1910s-1920s women's dress

1910s-1920s women's dress

circa 1910s-1920s

Edwardian black and white polka dot dress with a long skirt and three-quarter length sleeves. The bodice has a deep V-neckline with crochet lace underneath and the sleeves have sheer net and lace cuffs. The skirt is layered with a tulip shaped overskirt. Large, decorative black buttons are attached on the front and back of the waist and magenta trim decorates the edges of the bodice. There is boning in the bodice and the dress is flat lined. It closes with hooks and eyes at center back.

Layered skirt

Black; White; Pink

Polka dot

Floor length

Natural waistline

High neckline; Shawl neckline

Set-in sleeve

Three-quarter length

Hooks and eyes

Center back closure

Satin

Lace; Tassels; Soutache

Pleating

Lining

Condition note: Pink trim is fraying and falling off around the neckline.

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