1867-1868
GUSN-45311
White and beige changable taffeta dress. Neckline trimmed with net, sleeves trimmed with cream chenille fringe. Bodice is pointed and boned. Fifteen cream covered buttons down back and a hook and eye tab at waist. Lined with linen. Matching skirt with train has a hook and eye closure and a pocket on the right side. Skirt hem is lined with crinoline and glazed cotton.
wedding dresses
dresses (garments)
taffeta
stitching
chenille (yarn)
silk (textile)
weddings
Women's clothing
Taffeta
Silk
Hand Stitched
Wedding
Chenille
Gown, Wedding
Unknown
1951.36
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