Wedding Gown of Catherine Oftedahl Koplen. Material: textile, metal. Size: 16" across shoulder seams x 54" L. with extended train. Description: ivory taffeta with gold metallic raised floral pattern throughout; exaggerated puffed short sleeves with a one button closure, tucks gathered from shoulder to form a soft draping effect to high V-waistline on each side of the sweetheart or court neckline, small beaded bows secure the soft tucks on each side of the neckline; skirt hangs softly from the raised v-waistline to the floor; multiple covered buttons and loops extend from the back neckline down past the waistline for closure; a long train extends from the back of the dress to trail behind the bride; hemline loops make it possible to catch the train and secure it away from the floor when walking.
Context
Wallace and Catherine Oftedahl Koplen were married on February 19, 1941 at Medo Lutheran Church. They farmed for years in the Alma City area.
