1835 Moiré Silk Dress w/Balloon Sleeves "Museum Deaccession"

This romantic 1835 wedding dress is crafted from a lustrous moiré silk fabric. The gown features a wide off the shoulder bateau neckline. The bodice is intricately rushed, cinching at the high waistline before flaring into a full, bell-shaped skirt. The dramatic balloon sleeves voluminously billow from the shoulders, tapering toward the elbows in the characteristic style of the 1830s.  The back closure closure offers customizable options. Select from a corset insert, silk-ribbon emb. buttons. vintage buttons, silk satin buttons, or an array of available options to compliment the back of this rare beauty, deaccessioned by the Valentine Museum, in Richmond, Virginia.

This timeless piece is fully customizable, having been meticulously restored through our Immersion Restoration Process and is ready to be reimagined into your vision of perfection. Read "About Our Gowns" to learn more on our alteration and back closure options and let us weave this beauty into the wedding dress of your dreams.

Size: 00

Color: Ivory

Measurements

Bust: 29"

Waist: 22"

Shoulder to hem: 48"

Fabric Content

100% Moiré Silk  / 100% Cotton

Condition: Good  (Condition Ratings)

Petticoat Sold Separate

 

You are altogether fair, my darling; there is no flaw in you.

Song of Songs 4:7

 

Gown Sizing: Vintage gowns tend to run small, but at Little Rose Bridal we can tailor them to fit today's modern bride! Most gowns can be altered up to four sizes, or we can fully reconstruct the gown for a complete transformation.

Bodice Closure Options: Because our vintage gowns are carefully restored by immersion cleaning, this requires the removal of original buttons to prevent metal oxidation on the fabric, giving brides the opportunity to customize their back closure. If the original buttons can be saved, we’ll restore them. Otherwise, choose from silk bridal buttons, freshwater pearl buttons, crystal buttons, embroidered buttons, a mesh zipper, or a corset insert to finish off your unique dream wedding gown.

Extras: We provide fully restored vintage veils, brand new hand-sewn premium nylon veils, and luxurious silk veils. Custom petticoats and era-appropriate slips are also available upon request. Reach out today to transform your dream wedding gown into reality!

Shipping: Each gown is meticulously packaged with the greatest of care. Tracking will be available and all our gowns are fully insured. Giving you peace of mind, to know your beautiful vintage wedding dress will arrive safely and as expected.