Material Composition
95% cotton, 5% spandex - the primary fiber is cotton, which gives the lace its breathability and contributes to the soft, non-synthetic hand of the fabric. The 5% spandex allows the lace to move and recover rather than pucker or distort under wear, which is particularly relevant for a long-sleeve garment where the fabric needs to move with the arm. Cotton-based lace is less prone to static and more comfortable in warm temperatures than a polyester lace equivalent would be.
Construction Details
Full lace construction throughout - bodice, sleeves, and skirt are all lace fabric, with a partial lining in the bodice and what appears from the image to be a lining layer visible through the skirt. Pointed shirt collar sits flat against the chest. Full button-front closure runs from collar to hem. Long fitted sleeves in lace with no separate sleeve lining. An included belt with buckle closure cinches at the natural waist. A front slit opens at the lower skirt for movement. The hem follows the natural scalloped edge of the lace pattern. Length runs 54.3 to 55.9 inches depending on size.
Fabric Behavior
Care Instructions
Machine wash cold. Tumble dry low. Cold washing protects the lace pattern and prevents any shrinkage in the cotton. Low-heat drying maintains the lace structure and prevents distortion in the scalloped hem and sleeve details.