1940’s Copper Crepe Back Satin Skirt

This skirt is so soft and shimmery. This type of crepe back satin glows. It is a wrap around skirt and it was created in the 1940’s. It most likely had a jacket and was part of a cocktail suit. Its waist will fit between 24 and 26 inches. The hips are 34 inches. It has wear, pitting and some spots which are typical of this type of garment that is close to 80 years old. It still has some life in it if you don’t mind its vintage patina.

1870’s Copper Silk & Turquoise Velvet Bustle Day Dress

This 1870’s copper silk and deep turquoise velvet is part of a three piece ensemble. The overskirt is missing. The bodice has inner brown cotton which has stains. The underarms have bad repairs, splits, wear and holes. See photos. The bodice placket has had buttons replaced by hooks and eyes and most of its hook and eyes replaced with snaps. There is discoloration and scatters small holes through both the bodice and the skirt. The bodice has a bust of 34 inches, a waist of 26 inches and shoulders that measure 14.5 inches across. The sleeves are 30 inches long. The skirt has a waist band of 35 inches and a front length of 38.5 inches. Most of the brown cotton lining of the skirt is good but it has some wear and holes at the top front of the skirt.