{"product_id":"1908-1909-red-ochre-silk-dress","title":"1908-1909 Red Ochre Silk Dress","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovely silk dress circa 1908 to 1909. The color \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eis a beautiful shade of reddish ochre that color shifts a bit. It's impossible to capture in photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKimono sleeves with lovely embroidered floral lace sleeves underneath. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSmall iridescent beads trim the square neckline in the front. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHook and eye closures down the center back. Bodice is lined with cotton and has a bust enhancer (ruffle) inside the neckline as well as dress shields in the underarms. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere was originally an attached lace chemisette\/high collar to match the lace sleeves, but this has been removed. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo date this piece, I did some digging in the archives of \"The Delineator\" magazine, and although I wasn't able to find an exact match (I tried!) I did find enough similar style elements to say with confidence that the dress dates from 1908 or 1909, though likely the latter half of 1908. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI've included images of fashion plates from August and November 1908 as the last two photos of this listing. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-single__description rte\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Measurements +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e30\" bust\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e26\" waist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e52\" length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Condition +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLovely condition overall with a few flaws to note:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAround half of the hooks\/eyes down the back are loose or missing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA couple of faint\/small stains on the back, as shown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLace chemisette\/high collar has been removed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTiny hole in one of the lace sleeves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome scratches\/surface scuffs to the silk in a few places\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear to the hem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dress is likely best for study\/display\/pattern making, but it would also be wearable with extra care if the hooks\/eyes were fixed. The silk feels very strong and overall construction is intact and presents beautifully. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e+++ Please read +++\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis item is not new, and as such, it has wear commensurate with age. As with all older vintage and antique items, please handle with care.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAll items are sold as-is, and I do my best to point out all condition issues and provide a detailed description and photographs.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eUnless specified, items have not been cleaned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eI do not accept returns or offer refunds. Please see all photos, read the entire description, and ask any questions before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Witchy Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49973535047930,"sku":null,"price":190.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/7319\/4490\/files\/PXL_20210628_185404743.jpg?v=1785697336","url":"https:\/\/www.the419plug.com\/products\/1908-1909-red-ochre-silk-dress","provider":"The Plug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}