Civil War Reenactment Ladies Work Dress Size 18

You are viewing a wonderful 1860's Civil War period ladies' work dress. This dress has been washed but never worn. This dress is a size 18 and fits the lovely lady with Bust 40 and Waist 32. There is some wiggle room (1-4") in the bodice of these patterns. This dress can be hemmed to approx 49" from the waist. This dress has a extra fullness and a bottom sweep of 135” and works well with either the 3 or 4 bone hoop.    Period sizing is different than today's sizing. This dress is made from a period pattern. This dress is made from a top quality 100% cotton and the bodice is fully lined (not the sleeves)so no raw seams are showing (except arm holes). Collar not included.