{"product_id":"c-1911-1912-blue-silk-dress","title":"c. 1911-1912 Blue Silk Dress","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI am still in awe of this gorgeous silk dress circa 1911-1912. The condition is impeccable and the details are so, so good!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHigh collar with wire collar stays and floral Schiffli lace (lined with bobbinet). Dress is fully lined with cotton, bodice and skirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHook and bar closures down the back, both on the lining and outer dress. Hook and bar closures also at the cuffs of the fitted sleeves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAsymmetrical skirt and high waist with attached belt that closes with hooks and bars at the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe color and subtle leaf and diamond pattern on the blue silk is really stunning. It does not seem at all faded (it is less vibrant in some of the photos for some reason, but the color is truly a deep and bright blue in person). The black velvet on the bodice front provides a beautiful contrast, with geometric triangular points and decorative velvet buttons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI don't like to throw around the term \"museum quality,\" but there is no doubt this dress would be an excellent addition to any collection. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"product-single__description rte\"\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\"\u003e34\" bust\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e25\" waist\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e53\" 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! The silk is still soft and strong, and I only spotted a few tiny flaws, despite its age:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMissing a hook and bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall white spot on one sleeve I have not tried cleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome seam separations around the collar area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall tear in the bodice lining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere may be minor wear from age that I have missed, but overall this dress is fantastic and displays beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI wouldn't recommend this piece for normal wear, but it would be suitable for a photo shoot if treated with extra care.\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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" 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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" 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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" 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 data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" 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":49973583282426,"sku":null,"price":700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0837\/7319\/4490\/files\/IMG_7349.jpg?v=1785698622","url":"https:\/\/www.the419plug.com\/products\/c-1911-1912-blue-silk-dress","provider":"The Plug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}