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1910s Midnight Blue Silk Dress with Embroidered Chiffon Inserts

£1,575.00
This is an incredibly well preserved midnight blue silk dress, dating from the late 1910s to the early 1920s. It features a softly rounded neckline, with a crisscross silk ribbon trim and six popper closure to the right hand neck seam. The front and back panels are made using deep V inserts in a deep blue chiffon, embroidered with floral designs in gold and blue thread. This chiffon detail continues on both sleeves, which are then finished, wide at the cuff, with solid blue silk and crisscross ribbon trim. The waist section features a narrow embroidered silk belt which fastens at the back with a hook and eye closure, giving the dress a lovely nipped in shape. Inside the back central pleat is another embroidered chiffon panel, which can be seen when the dress is in motion. The skirt is lined with a shorter piece of silk, and falls beautifully due to the soft nature of the fabric.

The dress is unlabelled but bears all the hallmarks of early French haute couture. In superb antique condition and wearable with only very minor occasional pulls to the silk, which are hardly noticeable - exceptionally rare for an item which is over 100 years old. Its relaxed shape means it would best fit anywhere from a UK 10-14, or 6-10 US.

MEASUREMENTS:

BUST: 40 in ( 101.6 cm )
WAIST: 34 in. ( 86.36 cm )
HIP: 42 ( 106.38 cm )
SHOULDER: 32 ( 81.28 cm )
LENGTH: 45 ( 114.3 cm )

Pickup available at CIRCA VINTAGE

Usually ready in 24 hours

F.A.Q.

Will you set anything aside for me before I come?

We are happy to find anything you may be interested in from our website - please let us know a week in advance. 

We also have an extensive offline collection. If you let us know your size, style, favourite colour to wear and perhaps your budget, we can browse through our archive in advance of your appointment. 
Do I need to bring anything with me?

Clients may wish to bring modern shapewear when trying on garments from certain eras, especially the 1950s. Vintage clothing was often worn with undergarments that shaped the waist and as such is tailored for them.


We have a huge variety of slip dresses and petticoats to complete your look; many of which are also for sale.


You may also wish to bring your favourite footwear. We often find a classic pair of nude shoes work well when trying on, or a pair in gold or silver.
Do you have a price range?

Many of our lower-priced pieces (under £150) are not available to buy online. Our prices range from £80 - £600 for separates. Dresses start at around £150 and go up to £2,500 for the very best antique pieces and designer vintage. Our bridalwear ranges from £300 - £3,000.
Can I bring anyone with me?

Yes but please do let us know the size of your party in advance.
Where can I get alterations?

We offer some alterations in house. Should you need alterations we cannot provide, we can refer you to one of our tried and trusted tailors.
Do you have an after-care service?

We will advise you on the best way to clean and preserve your vintage pieces and can also recommend trusted local dry cleaners.
Can I cancel my appointment?

You are free to cancel but please do give us as much notice as possible. If you cancel less than 24 hours before your appointment, you will be invoiced a late cancellation fee of £25.
Where's the showroom?

Our address is Circa Vintage, 87A Lansdowne Way London SW8 2PB

Upon arrival, buzz the 87A button on the gate or call us 020 7736 5038 to let you in.
Do you have parking?

We offer free, secure, off-street parking but it is a tight squeeze – so do let us know in advance if you will be needing this and we can make sure that there is space available.
How do I get there by public transport?

Underground:

Stockwell (7 min walk) - Northern and Victoria Lines

Nine Elms (9 min walk) – Northern Line

Overground:

Wandsworth Road (13 min walk) – Westbound to Clapham Junction / Eastbound to Dalston Junction
What payment methods do you accept?

Cash, credit/debit card, bank transfer, contactless, Paypal