Edwardian Antique Gray Silk Middy Blouse w/ and 48 similar items

Antique Edwardian gray silk blouse with striking dark turquoise silk trim and an asymmetrical self bow at the waist. Features early pigeon-breasted shaping just as the silhouette began to flatten into the 1910s. Snap front and snap waist closures. Rare to find in a wearable large size. Condition Good antique condition. Wearable and strong, with expected age flaws: a few tiny holes, light fading, turquoise trim needs stitching in spots, and faint underarm discoloration (minimal, not distracting on dark silk). No dry rot noted. Provenance Note Edwardian silk blouses like this one are highly collectible, especially with contrasting trim and pigeon-breasted silhouettes. This piece channels the Downton Abbey / Titanic era and is rarely found in larger wearable sizes. Style Aesthetics ? Edwardian elegance ? Museum / collector rarity ? Sustainable antique fashion Pop Culture Screen Style References Evokes early 1910s looks in Downton Abbey. Channels Edwardian daywear from Titanic (1997). Fits seamlessly into My Fair Lady Edwardian styling. (References are stylistic; not screen-used.) Styling Tips Display as part of an antique collection or costume archive. Style carefully with a long skirt for Edwardian re-enactments. Works beautifully as a museum or theatrical costume piece. Measurements (laid flat, in inches) Bust: 48" Waist: 34" Shoulders: 17" Sleeve (underarm): 14" Armhole circumference: 16" Length (shoulder to hem): 19" Approx. Modern Size Women?s L?XL (Bust 46?48"). Fit Guide Best on ~5?5??5?8?, 160?190 lbs for intended Edwardian fit. Fabric / Materials China silk in charcoal gray, turquoise silk trim, metal snaps. Sustainability Note Sustainably antique ? Edwardian silk blouse, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, though we usually process same or next day; or if you're in a real big hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via USPS or UPS. INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!