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Post by august on Sept 1, 2011 15:41:19 GMT -5
This outfit was released with Cécile in 2011 and retired with her archival in 2014.
When night falls in New Orleans, Cécile dresses in this flannel nightgown. It features rosy lace edging, long sleeves, and growth tucks at the hem. Then she slips on a satin robe with tulip-style sleeves and contrast ruffles, and adds cozy knit slippers with pretty bows and scalloped edges.
Dd and I picked this up yesterday and it is very beautiful and versatile. The robe's colors really compliment Cécile's complexion. The nightgown I have is flannel but it does not feel rough, nor is it soft. So I would say it is a mid grade flannel.
Price $28 Rating A+
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Post by JSMT on Sept 1, 2011 15:51:05 GMT -5
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Post by skukla on Dec 31, 2011 18:32:46 GMT -5
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Post by jaball1860 on Sept 12, 2012 17:53:32 GMT -5
The nightgown is a soft flannel. The pink lace at the neckline and cuffs is more delicate looking that how it appears online. The shrug/robe is silky. The slippers are easy to put on, but stay on. Grade A+
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Post by chernayakoshka on Nov 22, 2020 12:54:26 GMT -5
Bed Jacket: A-This is a very pretty piece. It's made of a lightweight, silky material in a light pink colour. The pattern features darker pink vines, flowers, and dots with a few splashes of green. The short sleeves are double tucked, which I think is a nice detail. The whole garment is trimmed in ruffled, dark pink silk trim. It ties closed with a silky ribbon. It falls to a flattering length, hitting at about the doll's hips. My only complaint is that the fabric feels like it would snag very easily. I've been exceptionally careful since I got it and I've managed not to snag it yet, but I always find myself nervous when handling it. I also wonder what the logic of putting such a lightweight jacket over a long-sleeved, flannel nightgown is, but I'm hardly an expert in historical fashion. It looks nice and that's enough for me. Nightgown: A+I really like this nightgown! It reminds me a lot of the PC gowns in its simplicity and fabric. It's made of sturdy, heavy white flannel that feels warm and comfy. The neck, sleeves, and hem are lined with pink lace. The yoke is decorated with pink trim and a ribbon. I especially love the growth tucks at the bottom - just a nice, period authentic detail. It opens in the back with Velcro and is cut roomily enough to fit a variety of dolls (I haven't tried it on any of my PC girls, but it looks like it'll fit). Slippers: A+These might be some of my favourite slippers! They're made of pink yarn and feel pretty warm. The soles have some structure to them, which I appreciate for easier dressing and because the dolls seem to stand better in something with a little structure. The tops look turned down and the front is decorated by a dark pink bow. They're cute, they match the outfit, and they look functional. What is there to complain about? Good Value?This retailed in 2011 for $28, which was pretty standard for sleepwear at the time. It's well-made and comes with enough pieces that I think that's a fair price. I got lucky and got it in a lot of clothing, so I paid something like $10 for it, which I'm obviously pleased about. There's usually at least one floating around on the secondary market at any given time and they seem to be priced at around $40, which I also don't think is unreasonable for a retired set like this. Overall: A This is a lovely pyjama set. I'm not the biggest fan of the material on the jacket, but I love the look of this outfit. It's cozy, it's warm, and its elegant while still maintaining a certain simplicity. Now that Cécile has joined my household, I'm not sure if Caroline will be able to continue wearing it. It looks good on a variety of dolls and works for quite a few of them. I love having this in my collection! Yum! Sweets in bed!
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