Patra Formal Dress Size 14 - Navy Blue Tafetta Soutache Gown

Description

This lovely navy blue formal dress has a criss-cross bodice in a jersey knit that gives way to flowy taffeta decorated with soutache. Dress can be worn on its own or with a petticoat/crinoline underneath for fullness.
The taffeta section starts just below the bustline (sort of an empire waist).
Size: 14 Womens
Bust: 18" across unstretched (36" around)
Underbust (right below bodice): 16" across (34" around)
Note: the bust itself is stretchy for an easier fit, but the underbust really isn't, so that's the measurement you really want to pay attention to.
Length: 56.5" from shoulder to hem
Note: it has been hemmed on a home sewing machine to fit a 5'4 woman (see hem in last photo).
Fabric content: Bodice: 95% polyester/5% spandex. Taffeta: 57% polyester/43% nylon. Lining: 100% polyester
Care: dry clean