The smocked back adds some breathing room in the bust area and the straps are adjustable, so you can fit it to your liking
This look is perfect for layering under a tailored coat for daytime errands or stealing the spotlight at holiday soires
If the top is golden brown but the rest of the casserole isnt firm, I add a sheet of foil on top for the last 10 minutes to prevent burning
if you quilt or sew, how about taking the lacy layers and make bedskirt for daughter/grandaughter, lacy pillow sham, make a memory box/picture (lace, flowers, invitation etc), use lace for a scrapbook (remember some years ago when everyone was making fabric covered scrapbooks/picture albums?), bible cover, pillows, southern wide brimmed hats, cover lampshades, attach lace to material for a tablecloth for special occasions, curtains, edging on blankets
Theyre made in what youd call a performance fabric
Bohemian chic wedding dresses, vintage-inspired gowns, and beachy wedding dresses are all part of the mix