18th Century Gown "Madeleine" Page 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

This intricately embroidered silk bodice is based on an original 18th century pattern.  Adjusted to flatter the modern figure, it provides an enviable décolletage and waist.  The characteristic elbow length sleeves are finished with generous lace flounces.  This eighteenth century style bodice is shown with a full silk skirt worn over a bum-roll to give the authentic period shape.  The bodice is fully boned with back lacing.  
This elegant and versatile shape can be constructed in a multitude of different fabrics, colours and decoration.  Added details can be quite over-the-top (think "Dangerous Liaisons") or more restrained (as in Christina Ricci's costumes in "Sleepy Hollow"). 

From £800-£1000 plus fabric and decoration.
Please enquire for further details.

 

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