40's/50's Satin and Lace Wedding Gown with Accessories by Dorothea Gaines blue bowling shirt Amazing condition overall

Amazing condition overall

beaded neckline

Perfect lightweight sweater to pair with denim and chic wedges or a cute bootie

floral/paisley flap closure

Teal green and black nubby knit

40's/50's Satin and Lace Wedding Gown with Accessories by Dorothea Gaines blue bowling shirt Amazing condition overallWhat an outstanding find from the estate of a dear friend! This gown was custom made in 1953 by Dorothea Gaines, Inc. a local seamstress to the elite brides of Lexington, KY. This wedding gown has all the bells and whistles. The skirt is a heavy white satin with a lovely, large train. The bodice is the same satin with heavily boned infrastructure and a stiff net structure over the hip to hold the peplum away from the body. The bodice is then overlaid