Belle Époque Velvet Gown 1900s Midnight Blue with Metal Soutache lingerie To compare for fit

To compare for fit

Fitted bodice with gusseted dolman sleeves

Light stain at waist from belt buckle

The lining has light underarm stains

some tiny nicks

Belle Époque Velvet Gown 1900s Midnight Blue with Metal Soutache lingerie To compare for fitAmazing, Belle poque velvet gown from 1902! This is a 2 piece dress of midnight blue velvet decorated with cluny lace and metal soutache. The bodice has a ballet neckline; elbow length velvet sleeves with cluny lace and, attached lower sleeves of silk chiffon flounce, crystal pleated, and finished with velvet binding. A black, silk tulle bow at each elbow; black silk tulle swag across the back. Bodice has hook and eye closures at the back; a creme