Antique Edwardian Irish Lace Bodice Blouse 1910s plum and dusty pink are

plum and dusty pink are combined with delicate floral block printing and striking peacock borders across the yoke

Imported from India and sold in boutiques across Europe and the U

Ornamental vintage buttons run down the front

relaxed and perfect for layering chunky knits underneath

Still a genuine Biba product from the brand's relaunch period under Dorothy Perkins/Arcadia

Antique Edwardian Irish Lace Bodice Blouse 1910s plum and dusty pink areA truly exceptional Edwardian Irish crochet lace bodice sourced in France, dating to the early 20th century (circa 19051915). Pieces like this represent the height of Edwardian textile craftsmanship entirely constructed from fine cotton crochet lace, built up in intricate, almost spiderweb like formations and adorned with raised floral appliqus of remarkable detail and dimension. Irish crochet lace became highly sought after in the late 19th and early