There is a fashion plate from La Mode Illustree that closely resembles this dress. Refer to Dover Publications Wedding Fashions – 1860-1912. I altered a few features to be more accurate but, overall it is a very simple gown to assemble. I made a slightly gathered bodice instead of the fitted one (omit the darts), changed the sleeve by using only the straight under-sleeve on View A, and rounded the front neckline. Due to time constraints, I did install a zipper up the back (gasp!).
Lisa –
There is a fashion plate from La Mode Illustree that closely resembles this dress. Refer to Dover Publications Wedding Fashions – 1860-1912. I altered a few features to be more accurate but, overall it is a very simple gown to assemble. I made a slightly gathered bodice instead of the fitted one (omit the darts), changed the sleeve by using only the straight under-sleeve on View A, and rounded the front neckline. Due to time constraints, I did install a zipper up the back (gasp!).