1835 Silk Moire Dress w/Balloon Sleeves "Museum Deaccession"
1835 Silk Moire Dress w/Balloon Sleeves "Museum Deaccession"
This romantic 1835 wedding dress is crafted from a lustrous silk moiré fabric. The gown features a wide off the shoulder bateau neckline. The bodice is intricately rushed, cinching at the high waistline before flaring into a full, bell-shaped skirt. The dramatic balloon sleeves voluminously billow from the shoulders, tapering toward the elbows in the characteristic style of the 1830s. This rare beauty was deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum in Richmond, Virginia,
This timeless piece is fully customizable, having been meticulously restored through our Emersion Restoration Process and is ready to be reimagined into your vision of perfection. Read "About Our Gowns" to learn more on our alteration and back closure options and let us weave this beauty into the wedding dress of your dreams.
Tag size: N/A (fits a sz 00)
Color: Ivory
Measurements
Bust: 29"
Waist: 22"
Shoulder to hem: 48"
Fabric Content
100% Silk Moiré / 100% Cotton
Condition: Good
Condition Ratings
Petticoat Sold Separate
Sold out/Not your size?
Enchanted by this gown only to realize it's either "sold out" or, not your size? Discover our bespoke wedding dress services! We work with skillful pattern drafters to create an existing design, tailored precisely to your dress size. Reach out today to explore our vintage-inspired custom options and bring your dream gown to life!
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Shipping: Each gown is meticulously packaged with the greatest of care. Tracking will be available and all our gowns are fully insured. Giving you peace of mind, to know your beautiful gown will arrive safely and as expected.
About our gowns: Vintage gowns can often run small, but at Le' Little Rose we strive to give them a new fit and finish for today's modern bride! With tender care, we will use various methods to alter the gown to meet your dress size or completely reconstruct the gown for a full transformation.
Bodice Closure Options: Because our vintage gowns go through an extensive restoration process, most buttons must be removed before hand. This allows our brides the opportunity to select their preferred back closure. If able to be cleaned we can either restore the gowns original satin buttons or choose from our silk bridal, freshwater pearl, crystal, silk ribbon embroidered buttons; a mesh zipper, or our corset inserts.
We also offer fully restored vintage veils, hand sewn premium tulle veils and luxurious silk veils. Custom petticoats and era accurate slips are also available upon request. Contact us today to reimagine the wedding gown of your dreams!
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