Reception gown

of the Belle Epoque

Period: around 1913

This Belle Époque afternoon gown or reception gown is made from a silk-cotton damask based on an original pattern from 1913. The hems and neckline are trimmed with an antique feather boa and underlaid with pleated organza ribbon. A tunic made of silk organza with antique lace is worn over the gown. Opulent bows like those on this model were very ‘fashionable’ for a short time.

Belle Époque afternoon gown, 1913, with antique silk organza tunic, front view
Belle Époque reception gown, around 1913, side view with feather boa
Belle Époque reception gown, around 1913, back view with large silk bow
Coloured photograph from around 1913, lady in a reception gown

Reception gown

of the Belle Epoque

Period: around 1913

This Belle Époque afternoon gown or reception gown is made from a silk-cotton damask based on an original pattern from 1913. The hems and neckline are trimmed with an antique feather boa and underlaid with pleated organza ribbon. A tunic made of silk organza with antique lace is worn over the gown. Opulent bows like those on this model were very ‘fashionable’ for a short time.

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