Victorian 1850-60s dress

 An eyecatching ball gown in stunning silk taffeta!

 Details:

 *  skirts and bodice in excellent quality check woven silk taffeta, stiff hand

 * The bodice  is lined in cotton sateen, 

* decorative bertha with velvet ribbon and cotton lace decoration = stirtched on, can be easily removed if a plain look is desired.

* Fashionable sleeves are lined with cotton, 

*  currently unboned, bones can be added, please see options!

* the bodice closes in the back with lacing ( handstitched eyelets), over a 3inch modesty panel

* neck and hem piped.

 * inside finish by machine (overlocked)

 *The skirt is made out of the same taffeta and  cartridge pleated to the waistband)

* there is a 3 inch hem - easy to let down or to shorten

To achieve the typical silhouette a victorian corset and a round crinoline cage need to be worn, with a petticoat or two, need to be worn. (most items can be purchased separately in the shop) 

 Sizing

 bodice  closes at :

chest:42" (107cm)

 waist: 34"  (86.5cm).

 armpit to waist - 8" (20cm)

Skirts:   waist  hooks close at 35"  and 33"( 89and 84cm), easy to make smaller.

Front length ( bottom waistband to hem) 45" (113cm) 

Bespoke gowns like this one start from £600 labour plus fabric.

Shipping

 UK - please select the special delivery option

overseas:

 Please choose a heavy parcel option and provide your telephone number for the courier.

Please note  you are responsible for any custom/VAT/tariffs charges your country levvies on imported items.