True vintage JC Penney wedding dress is southern belle princess style with fitted lace covered bodice and lace sleeves that have elastic that goes over the shoulders. The bottom part of the elbow sleeves are satin. The tunneled elastic still has some stretch but may need to be replaced. The sweetheart neckline is trimmed with lace, as is the vee at the waist of the bodice. From the waist, the satin over-skirt gets fuller and the lace takes over center stage to the floor and train. This is meant to be worn with an A-line crinoline underneath, which I did not have for the photos. It has a lace train in back. This has a back zipper. I believe this is from around the 1960's to 1970's and it is still absolutely gorgeous. This is a classic, romantic and feminine wedding dress/bridal gown that will never go out of style.

*Note: Veil and headpiece shown in some photos are not included in this listing, but may be listed separately. 

Condition is previously owned, gently used vintage. I believe this is from the late 1960's to 1970's, and I don't see any issues other than maybe replacing the elastic at the shoulders. There may be some scapes or soiling in the fabric here and there, consistent with age (50 to 60 years) and storage, and this has not been dry cleaned. Other than that, it's in wonderful condition and still in style today, and still a beautiful dress. This is a traditional gown that will make you feel like Cinderella. 

Maker JC Penney

Vintage Size 11/12 

(runs smaller than today's sizes, see measurements below)

ILGWU label 122265

Vendor 8839-3

Style 226-4794

Contents 

Satin 100% Acetate

Lining 100% Acetate

All over lace 100% Polyester

RN 27189

Lot 29

Measurements were taken with garment laying flat and measured side to side. Please take a few minutes to measure a similar garment you already own that fits you well, and compare those measurements to the measurements given to insure proper fit. Be sure to message me with any questions, as I take the time to measure and post the information for you, so I do not give refunds for items that don't fit.

*This is shown on mannequin who measures 32-25-34 and it was too big for her. I estimate it will fit up to at least 36 at the bust, up to 30 inches around at the waist.

Bust measures about 17 inches across measured from under arms and across chest/bust area

Waist is about 14.5 inches across

Hips are gradually fuller as you go down the skirt, and measure about 25 inches across at the top of the hip area

Length from top of shoulder to front hem is about 63 inches long, and would flair out if a crinoline is worn underneath

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