Limited Edition: Tan Afternoon Gown (1865-1869)

Inspired by multiple extant gowns and fashion plates featuring tan afternoon gowns and cream trim configurations, this afternoon gown is perfect for receiving calls or promenading!

There is only ONE (1) available of this Limited Edition design, so purchase now if you want this afternoon gown!  The skirt will be made to fit over an elliptical hoop and the bodice will be made in the Meg's Afternoon Gown design (a $699 value).  It will include trim on the bodice and sleeve cuffs similar to the trim seen in the extants shown on this listing graphic (a $299 value) and a belt (a $69 value).  This afternoon gown is available in all sizes from XS to 5X.

As a custom piece, this item is professionally handmade at my Texas (USA) studio and order fulfillment takes 12-14 weeks. Please see the website header for a current estimate on the month your order will be shipped to you. Shipping within the U.S. is FREE for all orders over $50.

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ALL THE DETAILS

This afternoon gown is made-to-order. Within 3-5 business days of receiving your order, I will send you a measurement worksheet listing the measurements required for a perfect fit. 

This afternoon dress features:

• 100% silk dupioni in a "camel" color
• three pieces: a matching skirt, bodice, and belt
• a fully lined and boned "V" shaped bodice
• dropped shoulders
• darts in the front and princess seams in the back for a close-fitting bodice
• trim on the bodice to match one of the extants (your choice)
• front button closure and center back skirt closure
• "coat" sleeves with trim to match one of the extants
  
• a skirt width between 150" and 180" to generously accommodate a hoop skirt
• a gored skirt that is fitted in front and pleated on sides and back
• a hem faced with a coordinating cotton fabric
• two roomy pockets, hidden in the side seams of the skirt

To achieve the correct historical silhouette, this gown is pictured over a corset, crinoline, and petticoats, but no corset, crinoline, or petticoats are included with this listing. This gown is made to fit over a historical corset and will not fit correctly over modern undergarments. However, if you would like your commissioned gown to fit over modern undergarments, please send an email, and I will be happy to oblige!

The dress will be hemmed to accommodate hoops and sit about 2" off the floor, based on the measurements you provide on the measurement worksheet.

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CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Care instructions will be included with your order, but this gown will be dry clean only.

All fabrics are preshrunk, usually by prewashing.  Seller is not responsible for any allergic reactions to the detergent used in prewashing.

Items with buttons will arrive with an extra button sewn inside.