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Ivory Satin Queen Anne Empire Wedding Gown w Adjustable Train/Bustle – XS, 1950s
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A highly traditional gown with positively regal bearing, this full-skirted wedding dress covers all bases. Though it conceals and arms and neck for propriety, its Queen Anne neckline provides allure through its center plunge; it has a full train for the ceremony, but can be buttoned at the rear back for the reception and dancing; lace and pearl beading provide texture and interest, but ultra-heavyweight Duchess satin lend gravitas and modesty. Truly, fit for a Queen.
Ivory wedding gown of heavyweight duchess satin with inset white lace and pearl beading at bodice and shoulders; illusion Queen Anne neckline, empire waist and pointed long sleeves with satin-covered looped buttons at wrist. Full bias cut skirt features plain front, white lace and pearl bead trim around entire scallop hemline, and scattered floral lace appliques on skirt back. Court length train may be buttoned to rear waist for shorter hemline during dancing. Rear metal zipper closure with three hooks and eyes and rear neck, mid back and rear waist; hanging loop for train.
fabric: poly duchess satin, lace, nylon organza
noteworthy: dry clean only
alterations: added matching darts at upper back to conceal fabric split
condition: excellent with above darts (not original to dress) and age-appropriate creasing in satin skirt
measurements:
neckline opening: 7” across, 5 ½” V drop from shoulder
shoulders: 14 ½”
sleeve: 24 ½” from shoulder to wrist point, 17” from underarm
sleeve circumference: 12” at upper arm, 7” at wrist
bust: 34”
empire waist/underbust: 28”
waist: 34”
hips: free
length: 57 ½” from neckline, 51” from underarm
train: 14”
label: no label present
size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size extra small
- Dimensions:Length: 57.5 in (146.05 cm)Marked Size: none; comparable to size XS (US)Bust: 34 in (86.36 cm)Waist: 34 in (86.36 cm)
- Style:Queen Anne (In the Style Of)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Material Notes:Court train may be buttoned to rear back for dancing.
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Altered (not by designer). Very good condition with age-appropriate creasing in satin skirt; added two matching darts at rear neck to conceal fabric split (see photos).
- Seller Location:Tucson, AZ
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