COSTUME: dress: wedding dress, Fraser Sons & Co, Scotland, Glasgow, 12 Buchanan Street (place of manufacture), 1883 (silk, cotton)

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COSTUME: dress: wedding dress, Fraser Sons & Co, Scotland, Glasgow, 12 Buchanan Street (place of manufacture), 1883 (silk, cotton)

3548241 COSTUME: dress: wedding dress, Fraser Sons & Co, Scotland, Glasgow, 12 Buchanan Street (place of manufacture), 1883 (silk, cotton); 60x130 cm; Glasgow Museums, UK; (add.info.: E.1979.18

COSTUME
dress: wedding dress
Fraser Sons & Co
Scotland, Glasgow, 12 Buchanan Street (place of manufacture): Renfrewshire, Renfrew, Castlehill House (place of use)
1883
silk, cotton
bust: 810 mm: footprint: 600 mm x 1300 mm: waist: 560 mm

Woman's dress or wedding dress in light cream silk satin and woven patterned silk. Standing dagged collar, fitted bodice fastening centre front, full-length sleeves. Skirt, full-length, short, puffed over-skirt pleated into waistband, underskirt in woven patterned silk. Back with pleats to go over bustle extending into train. Labelled 'Fraser Sons & Co. 12 Buchanan, St Glasgow'. Worn Jessie Doig Brown at her wedding to William Wood on 15 March 1883.); Photo © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection

Media ID 38416560

© Photo © CSG CIC Glasgow Museums Collection / Bridgeman Images

19th Century Fashion Glasgow

EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning wedding dress from 1883, created by Fraser Sons & Co in Glasgow, Scotland, is a true masterpiece of Victorian fashion. Made of light cream silk satin and woven patterned silk, this dress exudes elegance and sophistication. The intricate details of the standing dagged collar, fitted bodice with center front fastening, and full-length sleeves showcase the skilled craftsmanship of the time. The skirt features a puffed over-skirt pleated into the waistband, with an underskirt in matching woven patterned silk. The back of the dress boasts pleats to accommodate a bustle, extending into a graceful train that adds drama to the overall silhouette. The label inside reads 'Fraser Sons & Co. 12 Buchanan St Glasgow', marking its place of manufacture. This exquisite gown was worn by Jessie Doig Brown on her wedding day to William Wood on March 15th, 1883 at Castlehill House in Renfrewshire. It captures the essence of Victorian bridal style with its delicate fabrics and romantic design. Now part of the Glasgow Museums collection in the UK, this wedding dress serves as a beautiful reminder of a bygone era when attention to detail and quality were paramount in fashion. Its timeless beauty continues to inspire awe and admiration for those who appreciate historical clothing and craftsmanship.

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