Exquisite antique 1920s printed silk tea dress in scarf-weight ivory silk with a dreamy watercolor pink floral print. Features a dropped smocked waist, flowing skirt, and a delicate ?scarf? capelet that drapes gracefully over the arms. Slips over the head with no fasteners, designed in true 1920s ease. A rare, museum-worthy find perfect for collectors, bridal wear, or display. Condition Excellent antique condition. Only flaw: a pinpoint hole in the scarf capelet. Otherwise beautifully preserved. Provenance Note This gown was sourced from a top-quality estate in Northern Pennsylvania. 1920s tea dresses of this caliber ? crafted in whisper-weight printed silk with hand-smocking and capelet detail ? are extremely scarce survivors. They represent the elegance of the Jazz Age, worn for afternoon teas, garden parties, or as understated bridal gowns. Today, such dresses are coveted by museums, collectors, and stylists for their rarity, artistry, and romance. Style Aesthetics ? Jazz Age elegance ? Rare museum-quality survivor ? Watercolor floral silk ? Bridal / heirloom collectible Styling Tips Style with pearls and T-strap shoes for a Gatsby-era bridal look. Pair with a cloche hat for authentic 1920s daywear. Beautiful as a heirloom wedding gown or displayed as vintage textile art. Measurements (laid flat) Bust: 35" Waist: 33" Hips: 40" Shoulders: 17" Sleeve Length: 2.5" Total Length: 50.5" Marked Size: None Approx. Modern Size Womens Small (Bust 34?36 / Waist 32?33 / Hips 38?40) Fit Guide Best for approx. 5?2?5?6, 115?135 lbs. Fabric / Materials Sheer scarf-weight silk, ivory with watercolor pink floral print, smocked dropped waist, scarf-style capelet, slip-on design, no fasteners, 1920s Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? a preserved 1920s silk heirloom, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, or if you're in a hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via UPS or FedEx! INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!