Turn of the Century
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Gibson Girl
Call for PriceIn the late 1800’s famous illustrator Charles Dana Gibson created the “Gibson Girl.” She combined independence, femininity, and that much desired hourglass figure. Ribbon striped collar forms a plunging V-neck over dickey with leg-o-mutton sleeves and drop waist over flared bengaline skirt.
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Duchess of Morrison
Call for PriceThe duke and duchess, landed gentry from Sussex, are embarking on their first sightseeing tour of the United States. Dressed in nineteenth-century style that reflects their refined nobility, they elicit many second looks on the streets of Baltimore and Philadelphia.
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Contessa’s Ball Gown
Call for PriceIn the heyday of confecting courture, Contessa Catiglione gained fame as the most talked about woman and was considered a classic beauty. Matte and reversed satin ballgown is complemented with tapestry bodice and underskirt. Short, pouf sleeves are accented with satin dag, as are bodice and scooped neckline.
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Lady Eliza
Call for PriceEliza Bennet, pressured by her family to marry for status and for money, longed for nothing more than to marry for love. Witty and independent, she finds her love in the arms of Mr. Darcy.
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Titanic Tess
Call for PriceWhen the Titanic left Southampton, Tess dreamed of hobnobbing with the rich and famous, dancing in the ship’s ballroom and experiencing the vibrancy of life. She made a statement when she appeared in her brocade dress with its upper bodice studded with rhinestones and edged with sequin ric-rac. The romantic Tess features a lace neckline insert, lace pouf sleeves, beaded fringe under bust, dot glitter tulle overskirt edged with sequin ric-rac, and trimmed with sequin appliqués. Organza middle skirt is trimmed with beaded fringe and sequin appliqués near hem. Backed with satin underskirt.
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Shannon Christie
Call for PriceThe beautiful Irish lass traveled “Far and Away” to fulfill her dreams of love and land. Floral bengaline dress features fine pin-tucked bodice with reversed pleated sleeve caps. Flattering velveteen corset insert emphasizes hourglass figure and is trimmed with antique buttons and heavyweight fringe. Contrasting velveteen collar and cuffs are topped with Venetian lace.
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Alexandra’s Wedding Gown
Call for PriceAs Edward’s beautiful queen, this blushing, teenage bride was the envy of every British commoner. This elegant gown of floral bengaline drips with endless layers of antique scalloped lace. Her drop waist flatters almost any figure and is highlighted with lace swags and rosebuds.