Brown Velvet Wedding Dress and Cape
Date1898
Object NameDress
Mediumsilk velvet, satin and cotton
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsBust: 80cm
Waist: 57cm
Back Length: 45cm
Waist: 57cm
Back Length: 45cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1993.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS023863
About MeThis dress was worn by Jeannie Gibb (20 April 1873 - 22 October 1969) from Turriff at her wedding to Fred Dawson in 1898.The dark brown velvet two-piece wedding dress comprises a fitted bodice with leg o'mutton sleeves. At this time, the sleeve had expanded into colossal puffed sleeves like those seen in the 1830s. The skirt was simple but flared to balance the immense shoulder line.
The popular Alexandra of Denmark who later became the Queen consort and wife of King Edward VII, wore chokers or high collars to hide a scar on her neck. Her love of tailor-made suits was adopted by other women who wished to emulate royal style.
1770s, 1880s
