I had some fun today, looking at my Grandma Johnson's wedding trousseau - which I am lucky enough to have. I've looked at these pieces before, but with my oldest daughter getting married in September, and another daughter newly engaged - these clothes carry special meaning.
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| Here it is - her wedding dress. Myrtle Grife married Richard Johnson on November 26, 1916, in Watertown, Minnesota. Wow - almost 100 years ago! |
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| Lace detail at the neckline. The pearl edging, as well as many other details, was all applied by hand. This lovely was handmade. |
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| Cuff detail on the dress - satin ribbon hold the pleats in place. |
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| And this long gown, with embroidered trim? I think this is a nightgown. |
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| Neckline detail on the nightgown. |
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| Elegant underpinnings! Cotton petticoat, with eyelet and ribbon trim, and silk camisole. |
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| This is a hand-crocheted man's necktie - and that it my grandparents' wedding picture in the background...and I do believe my grandfather is wearing the tie. |
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Here is the dress, complete with the satin cummerbund.
Grandma was a beautiful bride! |
3 comments:
Lovely, and still in decent condition! did any other bride wear the dress after your grandmother?
lovely~ what a treasure!
Thank you for sharing your beautiful pictures and quilts! I'm in awe, everything looks so pretty. Hope it was a good day. Hugs,
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