Victorian Pink Ribbon Storybook Baby Dress 🕊️

Victorian Pink Ribbon Storybook Baby Dress 🕊️

Such an extraordinary antique Victorian baby dress with the most beautiful hand-finished details. Made from soft ivory cotton with intricate embroidery, delicate lace inserts, and pale pink ribbon woven through the bodice and cuffs. The long pink ribbon cascading from the front gives this piece such a romantic storybook quality. After surviving for well over a century, finding a dress with this level of detail and preservation is incredibly special.

Always carefully hand selected for Fairy Baby Vintage and gently cleaned with vintage-safe care.

Details

• Authentic Victorian baby dress
• Estimated 1890s–1910s
• Soft ivory cotton
• Delicate hand embroidery throughout
• Intricate cutwork lace yoke
• Pale pink ribbon woven through the bodice
• Long pink ribbon accent at front
• Detailed lace and embroidered panels throughout skirt
• Long puff sleeves with ribbon-trimmed cuffs
• Back button closure
• Beautifully preserved antique condition
• No noticeable major flaws
• An increasingly rare piece of antique children’s clothing

Size

Based on the measurements and proportions, approximately 12–18 months. Antique sizing differs significantly from modern sizing, so please refer to the measurements below for the most accurate fit.

Measurements (Laid Flat)

• Length: approx. 28”
• Pit to pit: approx. 12”
• Sleeve length: approx. 3.5”

Care Instructions

Due to the age and delicate handwork of this piece, gentle hand washing only in cool water with vintage-safe detergent. Do not machine wash or tumble dry. Avoid bleach, harsh stain treatments, and excessive agitation. Carefully air dry.

A truly magical piece of Victorian childhood history. The original-style pink ribbon details, intricate embroidery, and beautiful preservation make this an exceptional dress to carefully wear, photograph, collect, display, and eventually pass on to another generation. 🕊️