Antique Ivory Silk Satin Ribbonwork & Crochet Lattice Blouse XS/S

$748.00 AUD

Item Details

Very rare antique tape lace blouse, entirely handmade from ivory silk satin and thread. A real gem! This heirloom piece is truly a labour of love; someone placed each ribbon and crocheted the entire blouse together by hand. A beautiful piece with intricate details; interwoven panels of ribbon form squares and helixes, with tightly coiled spirals threaded between. Three statement spiral buttons on front with press studs underneath. Short sleeves and mandarin collar, with decorative fagoted seams. Soft and cool to touch, has lovely drape and subtle sheen.

The previous owners/caretakers of this garment postulate that it was brought out to Australia from England by ship in the early 1900s. Tape lace blouses from this era are rare and beautiful works of art; pieces crafted from silk satin tape ribbon are even rarer to find. This garment is over a hundred years old – a timeless piece of fashion history in remarkable condition.

Style as a layering piece or on its own, over palazzo pants, jeans, or a slip dress.

Measurements

Shoulders: 14"
Bust: 34"
Waist: up to 34"
Length: 20"

Recommended fit: XS/S

Materials

Silk Satin, Cotton Thread

Condition

Excellent vintage, ready to wear condition. Bottom set of press studs has been replaced.

Care

This garment has been tested for wear & handling, and is strong and durable; please handle with general care when doing/undoing buttons, and in the laundry.

Gently soak in cool water with silk or wool soap. Do not twist or wring. Squeeze out excess water and roll between two towels. Lay flat to dry.

As vintage sizing usually varies from item to item, actual measurements can be the most accurate way to determine sizing & fit. We hand measure all our garments. Measurements are taken in inches, with the garment laying flat and then doubled where appropriate for correct sizing (i.e. for waist & bust).

For best fit, we recommend checking measurements of your best fitting garment or, if possible, your own body. Please get in touch if you have any enquiries regarding measurements or fit.

Please refer to our size guide and conversion chart below to determine the perfect fit.

Fit	AU	US	Bust (in)	Waist (in)	Hips (in)
XS	6	2	32–34"	22-24"	32-34"
S	8	4	34-36"	24-26"	34-36"
M	10	6	36-38"	26-28"	36-38"
L	12	8	38-40"	28-30"	38-40"