Exceptional Victorian Black Silk & Handmade Lace Top designer-suzy-perette Item# DD2868

Item# DD2868

There is a full under-dress under the top poly chiffon layer - this inner layer is made of a silky blue rayon

Note that the bodice and bust area was too small for my mannequin - it does fully close up to the neck when on a smaller girl

Length: 14

Tagged a vintage Ossie Clark UK12

Exceptional Victorian Black Silk & Handmade Lace Top designer-suzy-perette Item# DD2868Rarely do I take in pieces from this time period anymore as exceptional pieces are few and far between but this one is wonderful and I could not resist. It is also shocking in that it is a wearable sizing, another rare occurrence. This elaborate and wonderful top is in outstanding condition and is truly a marvel. Everything about it is exquisite. It is cut with a graceful sweep inwards as it nears the hem. It has wonderful and elaborate sleeves that