{"product_id":"late-edwardian-early-1920s-silk-and-lace-wedding-lingerie-dress","title":"Late Edwardian - 1920s Silk Lace Dress – Antique Cream Empire Waist Silk Wedding \/Lingerie Dress with Lace Panels","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautifully delicate antique dress dating to the late 1910s- early 1920s, crafted from soft cream silk and decorated with intricate lace insertion panels. The dress features an elegant empire waistline and a flowing silhouette typical of the transitional period between the late Edwardian era and the early 1920s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bodice is constructed with vertical lace insertion panels framed by softly gathered silk, while a wide lace band defines the empire waist. The neckline is softly scooped and finished with fine lace trim, creating a romantic and feminine effect characteristic of dresses of this period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBelow the empire waist the skirt combines smooth silk panels with horizontal lace insertions before flowing into a wonderfully airy lace net lower skirt. The lace features small raised motifs and finishes with a beautifully detailed scalloped hem with paisley-like embroidery that creates beautiful movement when worn.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe skirt is constructed with a second silk layer beneath the lace section, providing coverage while maintaining the light and airy appearance of the lace overlay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePieces like this were often worn as wedding or special occasion dresses in the early 1920s and are increasingly rare to find in such wearable condition today. A truly romantic heirloom garment that can easily be styled for modern wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good antique condition. The silk remains soft and wearable and the lace panels are beautifully preserved. Minor signs of age may be present as expected for a garment of this age but nothing that detracts from the overall beauty or wearability of the piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements (taken flat)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBust (pit to pit): 49 cm \/ 19.3 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEmpire waist \/ underbust: 37 cm \/ 14.6 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHips: 49 cm \/ 19.3 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArm opening: 20 cm \/ 7.9 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck opening: 30 cm \/ 11.8 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength (shoulder to hem): 123 cm \/ 48.4 in\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApproximate modern size: EU 36–38\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUK 8–10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUS 4–6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel measurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel is a petite EU 36 for reference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sehnsucht Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52607387992411,"sku":null,"price":275.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/6278\/1531\/files\/5F8B7562-BBD0-4C52-8669-71D5EAB11D7C.jpg?v=1773736154","url":"https:\/\/www.sehnsuchtcollection.com\/products\/late-edwardian-early-1920s-silk-and-lace-wedding-lingerie-dress","provider":"Sehnsucht Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}