Royal Blue Velvet & Silver Satin Medieval Dress

Flowing velvet gown with back lacing and satin-lined arm tippets

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SIZE: XL / 1X

(More sizes available! I would be happy to substitute a different size for you!)

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Dress description: Inspired by late 14th-century fashion, this long, full gown is made from a rich, royal blue velvet and is accented with silver-colored trim, back lacing, and silver satin lining on the tippets (in the photos, the satin looks white, but it is indeed a silver/gray color). The back of the gown laces up (I will include a matching silver cord), and features a fold-over flap under the lacing so if the gown separates behind the laces, your back is not exposed. The sleeves feature satin-lined tippets hanging down from the upper arm and a more fitted lower arm. This gives the look of wearing both an over- and under-dress. The dress is fitted down to the waist and then flares out from the hips in a voluminous skirt that drapes beautifully. The velvet of the dress is a regular, smooth velvet (it is NOT crushed or panne velvet). In my eBay store, I also carry this gown in other color combinations as well as a full range of sizes, including S, M, L, XL/1X, 2X, 3X, & 4X.

This listing is for a size XL / 1X (other sizes available in my eBay store). Please see the different size measurements below to choose your appropriate size.

I have shown photos of this dress with a hoop skirt beneath (top right photo) to demonstrate its fullness, as well as without the underskirt (all other photos), so you can see the lovely way the fabric drapes and flows.

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Don't forget to accessorize! I also sell a matching royal blue velvet lined cloak. Please browse my eBay store to purchase one. And remember, I offer discounted shipping if you purchase more than one item!

(The matching cloak is not included for sale in this eBay auction. It is for demonstration purposes.)

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Size: XL / 1X

Is this the right size for you? Use the measurements below to decide:

*This gown is somewhat flexible in terms of sizing: it is very acceptable to wear a medieval-style belt with it (hanging down from the hips in a V shape). Also, there is a slight give to the velvet it is made from, so it can stretch between sizes if need be. The following measurements are the approximate unstretched measurements of the garment. Your own measurements for chest, waist, and hips may be smaller or a little larger, and the gown will still fit you depending on how you want it to look (tightly fitted or not):

SMALL: Gown length (shoulder to bottom hem): 58"; shoulder: 13.5"; arm length: 21";chest: 32"; waist: 30"; hips: flared out from 35"

MED: Gown length (shoulder to bottom hem): 58.5"; shoulder: 15"; arm length: 22";chest: 35"; waist: 34"; hips: flared out from 39"

LARGE: Gown length (shoulder to bottom hem): 59"; shoulder: 16"; arm length: 23"; chest: 38"; waist: 37"; hips: flared out from 41"

XL / 1X: Gown length (shoulder to bottom hem): 60"; shoulder: 16.5"; arm length: 23.5"; chest: 41";
waist: 39"; hips: flared out from 44"

2X: Gown length (shoulder to bottom hem): 60"; shoulder: 18"; arm length: 23.5"; chest: 44"; waist: 42"; hips: flared out from 49"

3X: Gown length (shoulder to bottom hem): 61"; shoulder: 18.5"; arm length: 24"; chest: 47"; waist: 45"; hips: flared out from 53"

4X: Gown length (shoulder to bottom hem): 62"; shoulder: 19.5"; arm length: 24"; chest: 51"; waist: 50"; hips: flared out from 59" 

For international buyers: 1" is equal to 2.54 cm.

Please measure yourself carefully! This listing is for a size XL / 1X, but I have other sizes and colors in my eBay store (www.ArtemisiaDance.com).
Still trying to decide on your size? If you are trying to decide between two sizes, I recommend trying the next smaller size down from what you might ordinarily wear. Why? There is a bit of give in the velvet, and the dresses tend to run slightly larger than an off-the-rack dress of the same size. If you have questions about which size is right for you, please don't hesitate to contact me.

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Condition: This gown is brand new and has never been worn before. Customer service is a priority of mine, so if you are ever not satisfied with your costume's condition, I will do everything I can to rectify the situation.

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Return policy: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, we will gladly take the item back within 30 days of the delivery date and provide you with a refund (or an exchange, if you prefer). Returned merchandise must be in new, unused/unworn condition. Once we receive the item, we will refund your original purchase price (minus shipping costs). Should we make a mistake, all shipping costs are refunded as well.

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Shipping: To addresses within the U.S., we offer shipping via USPS priority mail. Prices are calculated automatically for shipping via USPS Priority Mail.  We combine shipping to save you money.  If you are purchasing more than one item from me, your shipping discount will be calculated automatically when you check out.

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International shipping: I love my international buyers! I am more than happy to ship to addresses outside of the U.S. Please note that you may have to pay customs duties in your country, which can delay your receipt of the item. Prices are calculated automatically for shipping via airmail, which the US Post Office now calls "First Class International" or by Priority Mail International.  If you are purchasing more than one item from me, your shipping discount will be calculated automatically.

*A Note Regarding Customs Fees for International Buyers: every country has different laws and tax rates regarding whether or not the government will charge you customs duties when you import goods into your country. These are not additional fees that I am charging you; these are import taxes that your own government is charging you, and unfortunately, I am not able to control that. Please contact your country's customs office to learn more about whether you will have to pay these customs duties on your purchase.

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Payment: I accept both Paypal and direct credit card payments (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover). To pay with a credit card outside of Paypal, please email me for instructions. Payment must be received within 7 days of your purchase.

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FL sales tax: Florida residents will be charged 6% sales tax on the total.

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Thanks for your interest, and please feel free to email me with any questions!