{"product_id":"untitled-oct1_17-43-55","title":"Circa 1940s Ivory Chiffon Wedding Gown with Beaded Shell Motifs and Lace Appliqués.40CH.","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWelcome to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eLulu Boop Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e — a curated world of antique and vintage garments, thoughtfully preserved and reimagined to be worn again. Each piece is one of a kind, carrying its own past and ready to become part of yours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn enchanting antique ivory bridal gown with delicate beaded details, sheer long sleeves and a beautifully flowing skirt. A romantic piece for a bride drawn to historical fashion and the individuality of a lovingly restored dress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gown is made from a delicate, lightweight chiffon that appears to be silk, with a soft, fluid drape. There is no fabric label to verify the composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bodice features a gently rounded neckline and curved bands of shell-shaped embellishments, accented with slender, reflective beads that add a subtle sparkle. Smaller shell-like motifs continue along the sheer sleeves to the decorated cuffs. Lace appliqués add texture throughout the gown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA softly gathered sash wraps low around the hips and ties at the back, where cascading fabric flounces create a beautiful focal point. The long skirt falls in fluid folds and finishes in a generous ruffled hem, giving the gown graceful movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece has been extensively restored by Lulu Boop Vintage, with many hours devoted to carefully placing and sewing numerous lace appliqués, from tiny accents to larger decorative motifs. Added as part of the restoration, these appliqués complement the existing embellishments and are not original to the gown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003e • Soft ivory tone\u003cbr\u003e • Lightweight chiffon, believed to be silk; no fabric label\u003cbr\u003e • Gently rounded neckline\u003cbr\u003e • Long sheer sleeves with decorated cuffs\u003cbr\u003e • Shell-shaped motifs accented with reflective beads\u003cbr\u003e • Numerous lace appliqués added during restoration\u003cbr\u003e • Draped sash that ties at the back\u003cbr\u003e • Cascading back flounces\u003cbr\u003e • Flowing skirt with a generous ruffled hem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003cbr\u003e Extensively restored antique condition. The fabric feels sound, and the gown has numerous added lace appliqués throughout. It should be appreciated as a restored antique piece rather than an untouched garment. Please review all photographs, including the close-ups of the fabric, embellishments and restoration work, as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease compare the measurements with a similar garment that fits you comfortably, allowing room for movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAll measurements are taken with the garment lying flat and should be compared with a similar garment that fits comfortably.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e (1 inch = 2.54 cm)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eArmpit to armpit: 17 1\/2”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e* Shoulder: 15”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWaist: 15”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHips: 40”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTotal length (shoulder to hem): 60”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eMannequin reference:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Women’s US 2–4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBust 33.8” · Waist 26.7” · Shoulder 15” · Hips 34”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e⚠️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ePlease review measurements carefully before purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFit \u0026amp; Sizing Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eVintage and antique garments do not follow modern sizing standards. Many were handmade or tailored for a specific individual. Size labels are for reference only — measurements are what matter. I’m always happy to help with fit questions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Care\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAll pieces are vintage or antique and may show gentle signs of age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHand-dyed items may have subtle color variations; wash delicately\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePre-1930s fabrics (silk, muslin, lace) are fragile and should be worn with care and ease\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eEdwardian \u0026amp; Victorian details to note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCorset-era waists are often very small\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSleeves may be ¾ length by design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eButtons may show period-appropriate replacements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eShipping\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eShips within \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e1 business day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eInternational buyers: phone number required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e•\u003cspan class=\"Apple-tab-span\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eImport taxes and duties are the buyer’s responsibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAccessories shown are for styling only and are not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThank you for visiting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eLulu Boop Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e — where history is worn, not archived.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lulu Boop Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41717290336314,"sku":null,"price":1667.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0074\/4177\/6698\/files\/622CF815-65DA-48F6-BEB6-F9C095E150DC.jpg?v=1790892145","url":"https:\/\/luluboopvintage.com\/en-nl\/products\/untitled-oct1_17-43-55","provider":"Lulu Boop Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}