Cream Wedding Dress (4 Piece)
WearerWorn by
Georgina Cantlay
Date1911
Object NameDress
Mediumsilk, tulle, lace, cotton, taffeta
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsChest x Waist x Length x Back Length x Bust x Circumference x Hips: 380 × 300 × 1410 × 1410 × 310 × 2640 × 420mm
AcquisitionThe Peggy Walker Gift
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS038301
About MeThis wedding dress was worn by Georgina Cantlay on her marriage to John S Pirie in 1911. The dress was later worn by their daughter, Elizabeth Pirie, for performances as a professional pianist.The cream wedding dress features a silk lowcut bodice with loose pleats and elbow length sleeves. It is decorated with stitching, frogging, ribbon work, appliqued lace and tulle. The skirt is A-line shape with a fitted waist and pleats down the front that widen at the hem. The shoes, a stocking and a spray of flowers worn with this dress are held within the collection.
1770s, 1880s
