#2313 $1,600
Princess lace tea dress, c.1910
This romantic tea dress would be perfect for an informal wedding. Imagine your walk down the aisle wearing this heirloom quality lace dress, "something old" in your wedding ensemble. Remember the old English saying:
Something old, something new
Something borrowed, something blue
And a silver sixpence in her shoe.
The empire-style dress is fashioned from white cotton tulle hand appliquéd with bouquets of flowers of princess lace. This type of lace was available in rounded and scalloped shapes that resemble handmade Brussels lace. Princess lace is a great buy if you want the look without the exorbitant expense of handmade Brussels lace.
The dress is lined with an ecru satin under dress. Both pieces close in back with hooks. The graceful neckline is framed with a wide Bertha collar of lace. The three-quarter-length sleeves are lined with a plain layer of tulle attached to the under dress.
The 5th picture down presents the simple, yet intriguing, abstract floral design whose pleasing symmetry is a delight to the eyes. The design has a mesmerizing appeal that draws the viewer into the mystery of the eternal feminine.
The condition is excellent. It is clean and ready to wear.
It measures: 36" bust, 27" high waist, 38" hip, 13" sleeve length, 13 1/2" from the shoulder to the top of the waistband, and 56" from the shoulder to the hem.
