A breathtaking late-19th-century bridal ensemble in soft aged ivory, lavishly adorned with satin bows from collar to waist and finished with delicate lace shoulder flounces. The silhouette is unmistakably 1890s: a dramatically tiny waist, sculpted bodice, long fitted sleeves, and a formal, ceremonial presence that feels almost architectural.
This is the kind of piece that stops you in your tracks! She’s romantic, severe, theatrical, and impossibly rare. The abundance of bows gives it an almost devotional quality, while the aged silk and lace lend that haunting, luminous softness only true antique garments possess.
Details:
• Circa 1890s
• Two-piece bridal / ceremonial ensemble
• Soft ivory to champagne tone
• Multiple satin ribbon bows throughout bodice
• Lace shoulder flounces
• Extremely small waist
• Strong mannequin presence / excellent display piece
• Condition notes: visible underarm staining on one side and scattered small marks throughout, consistent with age and wear; priced with condition in mind
A remarkable antique for collectors, costume archives, display, editorial styling, or the lover of truly unusual bridal history.
A loving thank you to Kim of Mountain View Mercantile for so kindly letting me photograph this piece in her beautiful store. Her warmth, generosity, and support mean so much to me.
A breathtaking late-19th-century bridal ensemble in soft aged ivory, lavishly adorned with satin bows from collar to waist and finished with delicate lace shoulder flounces. The silhouette is unmistakably 1890s: a dramatically tiny waist, sculpted bodice, long fitted sleeves, and a formal, ceremonial presence that feels almost architectural.
This is the kind of piece that stops you in your tracks! She’s romantic, severe, theatrical, and impossibly rare. The abundance of bows gives it an almost devotional quality, while the aged silk and lace lend that haunting, luminous softness only true antique garments possess.
Details:
• Circa 1890s
• Two-piece bridal / ceremonial ensemble
• Soft ivory to champagne tone
• Multiple satin ribbon bows throughout bodice
• Lace shoulder flounces
• Extremely small waist
• Strong mannequin presence / excellent display piece
• Condition notes: visible underarm staining on one side and scattered small marks throughout, consistent with age and wear; priced with condition in mind
A remarkable antique for collectors, costume archives, display, editorial styling, or the lover of truly unusual bridal history.
A loving thank you to Kim of Mountain View Mercantile for so kindly letting me photograph this piece in her beautiful store. Her warmth, generosity, and support mean so much to me.
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