Name/Title
DressEntry/Object ID
1996.097Description
Midnight blue velvet dress. The dress has an over bodice that is removable. It has a high neck and is open along sides. It has a black muslin ruffle going along the side. Also along this ruffle are rhinestone and four pearl buttons. Two at the shoulders and two at the waist. Sleeves are leg of mutton with black muslin ruffle at wrist. Underneath faux bodice, it is a long slip (?) that extends to the hem. The velvet sleeves and sides are sewn together. The black silk bodice has no collar. At the hips, pleats are pit in. At the bottom of both sides are cut and pleated black muslin is supposed to be shown. The edge of the skirt is interesting because a square indented front piece 1 1/4". Side stiff collar inserted either for shoulders or straps to collect perspiration.Dimensions
Width
36 inLength
46-1/2 inDimension Notes
Bodice: 26.25"l * 30"wMaterial
Velvet, Rhinestone, Pearl