Name/Title
Wedding DressEntry/Object ID
2007.1.2Description
Part A) Pale blue rayon jersey wedding dress, hand-sewn. Low square neckline, three-quarter sleeves. On either side of neckline is a square of single-edged ruffles across upper front of bodice. Bodice ends below natural waist. Skirt sewn in six panels, with center front panel smocked at waist. On either side of front skirt panel is also a square of single-edged ruffles, matching bodice. Dress fastens on left side with zipper. Noticeable discolouration as well as small holes in material near hems.
Part B) Matching belt. Noticeable discolouration at both ends of belt as well as small holes in material.Use
Worn by donor's mother-in-law.Acquisition
Source (if not Accessioned)
Cornwall, ClaudiaClothing/Dress/Costume Details
Clothing Sex
FemaleTextile Details
Fabric
JerseyMaterial
RayonColor
BlueMade/Created
Date made
circa 1940 - 1945Dimensions
Dimension Notes
Dress
Length: 113cm
Width (s):39cm
Width (w): 35cm
Belt
Length: 139cm