Cream Wedding Dress
Date1914
Object NameDress
Mediumsilk, satin, lace, net, cotton, taffeta, petersham ribbon and wax
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsBodice Length: 420mm
Bust: 900mm
Bodice Waist: 600mm
Skirt Waist: 590mm
Skirt Front Length: 1050mm
Skirt Back Length: 1340mm
Apron Waist: 600mm
Apron Front Length: 350mm
Apron Back Length: 540 hr
Bust: 900mm
Bodice Waist: 600mm
Skirt Waist: 590mm
Skirt Front Length: 1050mm
Skirt Back Length: 1340mm
Apron Waist: 600mm
Apron Front Length: 350mm
Apron Back Length: 540 hr
AcquisitionPresented in 2011 by Mr & Mrs Wood.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS082361
About MeElspit Wilson (Kintore 1874 - Edinburgh 1966) wore this dress at her wedding to Alexander Taylor Nicholl (Arbuthnott, 1869 - Edinburgh 1952). The ceremony took place on 25th February 1914 at 10 Lowther Terrace, Glasgow. The bride is thought to have served as a Lady's Maid in this property to Mrs Cargill. Mr John Traill Cargill was later created a baronet of Glasgow. This cream satin and embroidered net lace wedding dress comprises bodice, skirt and detachable peplum style apron. The cream taffeta bodice is boned and has a silk petersham band at the waist with a white metal buckle. There is a small covered hook at the centre back of the waistband for attaching to the skirt.
More About Me
Lots of different types of materials were all used to make this wedding dress. Hopefully the bride appreciated the effort!
1770s, 1880s
