Antique Victorian Calico Cotton Voile Walking Suit S/M 1950s black silk strapless wiggle

1950s black silk strapless wiggle dress with wrapped chiffon at the bust finishing with side-placed bow and dress-length sash

Vintage sterling ring with a subtle heart shape

Measurements (taken flat)

but could be earlier

Antique Victorian Calico Cotton Voile Walking Suit S/M 1950s black silk strapless wiggleAn incredible piece of fashion history! Late 1800s Victorian 2 piece walking suit, comprised of a pigeon breasted blouse with sewn in cream cotton undergarment and a sweeping skirt. Blouse undergarment layer buttons up the front, then slits are sewn into calico front for button stays or possibly a ribbon to be laced through, Skirt has hook and eye closures, would have been worn with a bustle hence the gathered fabric and longer hem in the back. Made