From fripperiesandfobs; background substantially blurred and neckline area blurred, but not as much, with Photoshop due to grainy texture by gogm. Dress not altered.
The Princess’ fondness for purple-violet hues is again evident. The plain fabric makes a perfect setting for spectacular diamond jewelry. This dress does not have the pouter pigeon bodice set to rule for the next 13 years.
Keywords: 1896, Queen Alexandra, Alexandra of Denmark, Alexandra af Danmark, Alexandra Carolina Marie Charlotte Louise Julia, prinsesse af Danmark, Princess of Wales, Queen of the United Kingdom, Glucksberg family, Welf family, Wettin family, Princess, Queen, British, fitted tabbed bodice, sweetheart neckline, lace bertha, elbow length leg-o-mutton sleeves, lace cuffs, basque waistline, close skirt, train