victorian black dress Gothic Ball Gown with Belted Elegance Stephanie Joens is 58 and wearing a size small Black Victorian Bustle Dress, 1880s

The deep portrait neckline features self-covered buttons, with the upper three buttons functional

The dress is lace, satin and tulle fabricmade

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Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television

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