Burgundian gown

An elegant burgundian gown!

This is an elegant burgunf=dian gown in seasonal colours in a silk/wool damask with medival pattern.

Made out of very rare, and  very expansive silk/wool damask from Sudbury Silk Mills, medium weight - a quality fabric that is more durable than flimsy silk,  doesnt crease easily, and is easy to iron and fully breathable.

 Ideal for recreating a high status lady from the second half of the 15th century.

 it has been used once for a pumpkin shoot, the hem has slight marks on the insice ( see phhotos) - so is  discounted

 Features:

* made in spectacular silk/wool damask,  retailing at £65 per metre - 5m went into the gown

* lined throughout with silk from James Hare

* turn back cuffs and collar  in  contrasting olive silk taffeta-  the dress would usually be pinned under the collar, to the kirte underneath, or worn off the shoulders

 * moderate train

* main seams by machine, finish by hand

* hem guarded by the same silk- easy to replace when worn

Accessories not included, but the purses can be purchased separatly.

 Measurements -

chest up to 43" (110cm),

front length 61" (155cm),

biceps circumference - 15" (39cm), 

Would look best on 8-14 uk size, but please measure carefully - your chest will need to be smaller than 44 ideally, 

 Here worn on a size 12, 5'7" ( 169cm) tall - good fit

POSTAGE

  UK buyers, please selected special delivery

Overseas buyers - please select option 3  - the dress will be sent with a courier with full insurance

Please be aware that you will need to cover the custom charges/VAT etc . that your country levvies on imported items.