Item Tag: Lingerie Dress
Ivory Edwardian Cotton Mixed Lace Lingerie Day Dress
Ivory Edwardian Cotton Lingerie Day Dress. Delicate mixed lace inserts feature ivory on ivory embroidery, bobbin lace, cut work/ eyelet. Needle lace v -shaped bodice panel. The hem is a lovely scallop. The back closure is a series of snaps and hook & eyes. Size XS Approximate measurements are: Bust 34” Waist 24” Length from the waist 30” The model is a modern size 4 and 5’4” *photographed with a full slip. The fabric is very sheer Condition: Very good for age. The only stains are small and on the back along the opening. These are from the metal closure pieces that have rusted over time and stained the garment. This unfortunately a common flaw in these sorts of garments. There are a few places where the eyelet has pulled on the fabric and torn it. Please review the pictures. Luckily this is only in a few places. No returns are accepted. More information on lingerie dresses: “Lingerie dresses and lingerie blouses are garments made from lightweight cotton, linen and silk fabrics worn as both day and informal evening wear in hot climates from 1895-1935, but most popular from 1900-1925. They feature tucks, embroidery, and lace insertion techniques originally primarily seen in undergarments: hence their name.” To learn more: https://thedreamstress.com/2018/07/terminology-what-is-a-lingerie-dress-or-lingerie-frock-and-blouse-and-skirt/
Antique White Edwardian Mixed Lace Lingerie Day Dress, XS
Antique white Edwardian Mixed Lace Lingerie Day Dress. Delicate mixed lace inserts feature white on white embroidery, needle lace, cut work/ eyelet and pin tuck inserts. The back closure is a series small fabric covered buttons and hook & eyes. The bodice has 2 hidden slits. I’m unsure of the purpose but the pleating of the bodice hides them well. Size XS Approximate measurements are: Bust 34” Shoulders 16” Waist 24” Length from the waist 40” The model is a modern size 4 and 5’4” *photographed with a full slip. The fabric is very sheer Condition: Very good for age. There are small spots on the back along the opening starting at the waist. These are from the metal hook & eyes that have rusted over time and stained the garment. This unfortunately is a common flaw in these sorts of garments. There are several very light colored stains on the skirting. Luckily, the busy nature of the inserts make these much less evident. One very small hole in the needle lace. Please review the pictures. No returns are accepted. More information on lingerie dresses: “Lingerie dresses and lingerie blouses are garments made from lightweight cotton, linen and silk fabrics worn as both day and informal evening wear in hot climates from 1895-1935, but most popular from 1900-1925. They feature tucks, embroidery, and lace insertion techniques originally primarily seen in undergarments: hence their name.” To learn more: https://thedreamstress.com/2018/07/terminology-what-is-a-lingerie-dress-or-lingerie-frock-and-blouse-and-skirt/