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Green wedding dress made of pale green silk satin with gold trimmings. Bodice (a) - long sleeves with slight puff at cap. bodice is at natural waist with slight ‘pigeon’ breast. Tri-swag front bib covered in embroidered netting. Completely lined with stays in front and back. The center front hook and eye closure. Underarm protectors - may be a later addition. Skirt (b) - long skirt made of 7 gored panels. Flat front with a center back closure made of cartridge / gauged pleating. Completely lined with finished seams in interior. Deep hem with velvet hem binding. Collar (c) - collar made of buckram. Hook and eye closure at the center back. Embroidery appliqué. This garment came with an expanse of green silk satin fabric unused from dress. (G2021.09.001).

G2018.06.1a-c

Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection

Adult, Female

Historic Costume

Dress

Female

Green

1895 - 1905

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