REENACTOR 18TH C QUILTED ENGLISH BODICE LADIES COTTON FLORAL LACE UP VEST 46" B

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A QUILTED VEST IS BEST.....
.....For Colonial Ladies who feel the oncoming Winter chilly days! Please view the above pictures for latest Blanket Trader Online Special new debut item in good cotton thick quilted Maroon Tan and Green floral small Calico type print.
This Quilted English Bodice with long sides and cut side vent patterning to flow over the hip area is Preowned, blanket trader excellent special field find. I cherry pick the BEST of the REST when I go Encampment shopping for you to find good clothing for resale just as it was done 200 yrs ago. I show you the  front view, rear view, details, neckline in pictures above please study them and ask any questions you may have.  Smoke free, new listing this week debut, put in your market basket, and go shopping online at Lady Ellens' online sutlery boutique where we live a chemical, smoke free natural traditional American lifestyle steeped in 18th c history.
I only have one piece as shown, it measures 23" across chest to armpit seams, laid flat, if you double that number gets a 46" Bust Size with a few inches give extra if you relax the front laces. It measures 26" long from back of neck down front of body to bottom. As this is home sewn there is no commercial size tag so please compare something you own to these basic measurements. I would refer to it as size Ladies Large. I have seen enough 18th c Reenactor clothing in my time to tell you this has been made by a professional sutler of very good quality.
The front is of the quilted floral fabric with cushy handfeel for warmth, with full lining and rear constructed of a nice unbleached tannish natural cotton. The front laces closed with cording nicely done with hand overcast cut holes, NOT grommets, which makes for very good authentic patterning in maroon thread of easy size for threading closed. A lot of attention to detail was put into the Garment. The neckline is a gently V shape, nice wide armholes, curvey bottom floating vents on side and up the back. The colors will blend nicely with almost any solid color petticoat you own. The garment is machine stitched for durability.
CONDITION:  I have examined the garment and find NO stain underarms or on fabric, no tears or burns, no odors. It has been worn very minimally and carefully with plenty of more wear, just a fresh wash and line dry would make absolute new again, I leave that to Buyer. All cotton materials, smoke free, chemical free, virus home. ALL SALES FINAL, NO Cancelled Bids, NO Unauthorized Returns, No Changed Minds. I cannot accept returns since I fully disclose all information and my policies clearly. Buyer is responsible for all Regiment regulations.
Absolutely NO Returns for "does not fit" or any other reason, Buyer has ample time for any questions, please study the pictures and written description. Lately I see almost no current offerings of affordable price range making this a very good Holiday deal, for those in the hobby can attest prices are rising as active Sutlers are retiring.
Please bid in confidence; I am an experienced Seller and expert packer, as well as a professional trade show dealer. My goal is to offer top notch specialized merchandise; provide 5-Star excellent customer service, and ensure your satisfaction. I estimate shipping costs as closely as I can to allow your item to arrive safely to you, and I use clean recycled shipping and packing materials, with occasional internal costs for new mailer envelopes, plastic bubble, and strong tape.
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Lady Ellen wishes all her customers a wonderful Happy Summer season and reminds you to view our other fine giftwares and shop AMERICAN and support small business with your early bids......Thank You!  These qualify for First Class speedy and cost effective shipping. Please do not be offended if your item arrives in a clean, dry empty grocery box, simply recycle on your end to save money and a tree.
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