c1900s 3D White Embroidered Lace on Fine Silk Net Top w Elaborate Sleeves designer-adele-simpson The cut of this one

The cut of this one is simple but very sexy

navy and a brilliant green

slinky jersey that instantly drapes into place when on

It's not pilling that can be removed but the way the wool naturally ages

It did not need to be done functionally but from a design point of view it is just astounding

c1900s 3D White Embroidered Lace on Fine Silk Net Top w Elaborate Sleeves designer-adele-simpson The cut of this oneI am not sure that I have ever seen in person a more beautiful example of the type of 3D embroidery and lace work that was being done during this time period. The top is truly a work of art and it is in remarkable condition for its age. It is made out of very fine and light silk netting that is backed in a white muslin. This layered effect gives the top its first bit of depth. Onto the netting 3D embroidery work has been done to add more depth to the