Ballgown of gold silk duchess satin. Bodice and skirt are of gold silk. Sweetheart neck with center point and 4" straps. Center panel of bodice is ivory silk with heavy hand beading of gold, crystal, and silver sequins mixed with embroidery in white in ornate floral pattern. Center panel points into a "V" with gold gathered panels on the side and back. Skirt is knife pleated and has a slight train. CB closure with a lower back. Dress is lined in white and bronze satin in the bodice with sewn in cups for support and skirt is lined in white …
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Ballgown of gold silk duchess satin.
Bodice and skirt are of gold silk. Sweetheart neck with center point and 4" straps. Center panel of bodice is ivory silk with heavy hand beading of gold, crystal, and silver sequins mixed with embroidery in white in ornate floral pattern. Center panel points into a "V" with gold gathered panels on the side and back. Skirt is knife pleated and has a slight train. CB closure with a lower back. Dress is lined in white and bronze satin in the bodice with sewn in cups for support and skirt is lined in white muslin. There is a white petersham-type belt inside. 28" waist.
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Texas Fashion Collection
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Coloring page created from materials housed in the Texas Fashion Collection from the UNT Digital Library. This page is based on an evening dress designed by Michael Faircloth.