Edwardian  for display or study 2; not robust enough to wear.

Dis9. Cream taffeta ? silk late Victorian bodice with leg-of-mutton sleeves. We bought this to salvage the 8 Alencon lace appliques on the collar, the 12 bones within the seams, and the paste rhinestone brooch and organdie jabot. Till we get around to using them, it's for sale. The fabric of the bodice itself is shredded beyond salvage. $60.

Dis10 B about 87cm, W 65. Unique. We were told this was 1920s, but it is probably earlier; we doubt that any Thoroughly Modern girl would put up with such complex closures - there are 5 layers of closure at the waist. Peach-coloured satin and mauve-pink tulle which appears grey in most lights; the skirt has four layers of fabric. Has been washed. $55.

Dis10 back. Embroidered with metallic thread (some needs tacking down), and grapeleaf shapes. Faux pearls arranged like grapes. Quite a few are missing but it doesn't matter as the pattern is random. The third layer of the skirt is bordered with embroidered lace. Two layers of tulle in the shoulders and sleeves. Some small holes, a couple of tears, some stains. Don't let anyone squeeze the pearls.

Dis11. 1930s wedding dress with train and peplum giving a bustle effect. Illusion front neckline with metallic threads. Unusual shoulder-pads. Tiny, with no give to the fabric; waist about 58cm. $40.

Dis11 back. There is a bow with metallic "stamens" on the back left; presumably there was a matching one on the right, as there is a press-stud. Some holes in the lace, some buttons have lost the fabric cover. (Photographed on a purple mannequin.)