Antique, Edwardian blouse was once an item of underwear, specifically, a corset cover. The mesh netting fabric is completely sheer and has been hand embroidered with cream and mauve flowers beneath the neck. A narrow cream edging has been crocheted at the neck and sleeve edges, which has been threaded through with pink ribbon. Garment is cut in one piece - no sleeve seams. The waist adjusts with a matching ribbon drawstring through a casing. Mesh fabric is cotton. The edging, embroidery and ribbons are rayon. Handmade garment. 1910s.
Measurements
Size - Small
- Fits bust 87 cm (34"), garment measures 92 cm (36"). Mannequin has bust 87 cm (34").
- Raised waist 102 cm (40") before cinching
- Length from shoulder at the front 43 cm (17"), slightly shorter at the back.
Condition
Excellent condition. Two teeny tiny holes in the mesh, just took me 5 minutes to find them.
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