Item Tag: 1920s

1925 WEDDING GOWN NET LACE AND SILK SATIN WITH SHOULDER TRAIN

1925 WEDDING GOWN NET LACE AND SILK SATIN WITH SHOULDER TRAIN 1925 era net lace and silk satin wedding gown. One piece in construction, long net lace floral patterned sleeves, folded in pleats silk satin ribbon at waist, white beads and pearl trim hand sewn into scoop neckline and around cuff of sleeves. Adorned with glass beaded fringed rosette with rhinestones with long tassels on both shoulders. Skirt with white silk satin outer and on inner lining. Extensive hook and eye and snap closures. Has inner lining of white net and silk satin. Long silk satin weighted watteau train attached to back collar extending downward on floor. The upper part of train attached to neckline with snaps is also adorned with glass beadwork. Inside sleeve opening there is a sewn in museum catalog identification number fabric tag. Deaccession from the Strong museum clothing collection, Rochester, N.Y. Unlabeled. APPROXIMATE MEASUREMENTS Bust 27″ Waist 25″ Sleeve length 30″ Across back shoulder to shoulder 15″ Front Shoulder to hem line 48″ Watteau train from neckline 80-1/2″. ERA: 1925 to 1928 CONDITION In good condition. The bodice is lined in a fine white cotton net in good condition, the skirt silk satin lining is very good. The skirt’s lining is in very good condition. Some discoloration around metal snap closures. Back hem has been altered and hemmed up, and easy fix to release. Few small openings in lace at seams. Light storage discoloration in spots on lace. Our descriptions are true and accurate to the best of our ability. We try to observe and report every defect that we are aware of to give the buyer an accurate description but to mention every single minor blemish is laborious and unnecessary. As condition and description is largely based on personal opinion, we ask that you look at the numerous photos carefully and decide the rating and pattern if applicable of this item for yourself. Provenance: Clothing from the estate of William Insco Buchanan (September 10, 1853 – October 17, 1909) who was an American diplomat. On January 26, 1894, President Grover Cleveland (the former mayor of Buffalo and governor of New York appointed Buchanan United States Minister to Argentina. Buchanan was chosen by John G. Milburn, president of the exposition, as the exposition was planned with a Latin American theme and they wanted someone who knew the South American countries well Buchanan was Director General of the Pan-American Exposition, held in Buffalo, New York from May 1 through November 2, 1901, and is credited with the construction, operation, and dismantling of the exposition. His ancestors still resides in the same home in Buffalo, New York and all clothing were stored in the attic of this ancestral home. A great addition to one’s collection, and sturdy enough to be worn.Every effort has been made to describe our items as accurately as possible including flaws and imperfections to the best of our ability, to give the buyer an accurate description. Our descriptions are true and accurate to the best of our ability. We try to observe and report every defect that we are aware of to give the buyer an accurate description but to mention every single minor blemish is laborious and unnecessary. As condition and description is largely based on personal opinion, we ask that you look at the photos carefully and decide the rating and pattern if applicable of this item for yourself. Our antiques are collectible and are not new and not reproductions, and have lived a long and eventful life and sometimes developing flaws. Therefore, use and wear should be expected with these items, unless stated in description. We do not clean or alter unless stated in listing, and most times have been in storage for many decades picking up old age storage oxidation spots. As condition and description is largely based on personal opinion, we ask that you look at the photos carefully and decide. We are happy to answer any questions about this item. Insurance has been added to postage handling charges over $100.00 value. I SHIP IMMEDIATELY and packed securely.International Buyers Please Note: … Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility and cannot be held responsible for delays in shipping or customs. Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These charges are normally collected by the delivering freight (shipping) company or when you pick the item up do not confuse them for additional shipping charges. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as gifts’ – US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. Clearing customs can delay delivery of packages. I ship promptly but cannot be held responsible for delays in shipping and customs delays. Item:dress267 – pg 7/23

Antique Vintage 1920s 1930s Pink Silk Lace Gown with Rosette Drop Waist AS IS

Antique Vintage 1920s 1930s Pink Silk Lace Gown with Rosette Drop Waist AS IS. This stunning gown dates back to the late 1920s or early 1930s. It is made from a soft purple or pink silk with an overlay of delicate beige lace. The purple silk base layer begins above the bust line and falls to mid calf. The lace overlay is two separate pieces, one the straps and bodice that falls hip high. The second lace piece begins at the waist and falls to the knee. This layering gives the illusion of a drop waist. The lace has a large rose pattern. There is a three dimensional rosette sewn at the hip. It measures approximately 1 1/4 inches. There is no closure. Overall this piece is in good wearable condition for its age. The material is very delicate but there are no major holes, tears, or stains. There are some minor tears in the lace overlay as pictured. Measurements are in inches: Bust: 42 Waist: 38 Hips: 42 Length: 49 SA350

Antique 1920’s Brown Silk Lace Dress with Jewelled Belt

If you wear a 1920’s dropwaist dress, are you going to look like Ma Barker?. Or worse yet, Ruth Buzzi as Gladys Ormphby on Laugh-In with the hairnet pulled down onto her forehead?. First, a pair of Sonia Rykiel heeled Mary Janes will bring it up.

1920s Jantzen Women’s Wool Swim suit Black Diver Union Made Oshkosh Size 38

1920s-40s. Has lady diver patch. This is an early 1900s suit with shorts! Awesome condition for its age! One small pinhole on back. Easy sew fix. Size 38 but go off measurements below. 30 in in total length 14.5 across chest at arm pits 11.5 in across waist This is wool and stretches out measurements are laid flat no pulling $12 s&h