{"product_id":"square-front-italian-gown-india-garden-1770-1790","title":"Square Front Italian Gown | India Garden | 1770 - 1790","description":"\u003cp\u003eA common and practical garment for women in colonial and early America, this gown is inspired by period styles frequently depicted in 18th-century artwork and written descriptions. Designed for both elegance and functionality, it features carefully laid pleats and a pinning front closure, allowing for an adjustable fit. The 3\/4-length sleeves extend just below the elbow, offering coverage while keeping the wrists free for ease of movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gown is made from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.samsonhistorical.com\/collections\/reproduction-fabric\/products\/india-garden\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"India Garden Reproduction Fabric\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eIndia Garden Reproduction Fabric\u003c\/a\u003e from Colonial Williamsburg, a lightweight 100% cotton textile inspired by an 18th-century British bed quilt in The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation’s collection. The delicate, open floral pattern reflects the refined beauty of period textiles, making this gown a historically accurate choice. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe construction includes a fitted upper portion that is worn like a jacket and pinned in front, paired with a full-length skirt in the back and a standard petticoat. When worn with a split bum skirt support, the silhouette is elevated, creating a more formal impression. For a more practical, everyday look, it can also be worn without the support for ease of movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo ensure the best fit, measurements must be taken while wearing stays, as this gown is designed to be worn with proper 18th-century undergarments.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Previously named the \"Printed Cotton Gown\"*\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Samson Historical","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47742719983837,"sku":"LN-SQUFRO-651-SA","price":632.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0440\/7857\/files\/Friday_1676.jpg?v=1778177220","url":"https:\/\/www.samsonhistorical.ca\/products\/square-front-italian-gown-india-garden-1770-1790","provider":"Samson Historical","version":"1.0","type":"link"}