Marlowe Mini (Antique Alençon Lace Edition)
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The Marlowe Mini in antique French Alençon: cotton lace machine-made in France between the 1920s and the 1970s. A fully boned bodice and V-waist above a pleated, asymmetrical front skirt, finished with soft fringe.
Alençon is fine and dimensional, its motifs outlined in a raised cord that catches the light.
This is a limited run. Lace like this cannot be replicated, and its placement differs on every dress.
Heirloom French lace, cut short and made to move.
Details
- Textile: antique French Alençon cotton lace, 1920s–1970s
- Lining: heavyweight linen
- Construction: fully boned corset bodice, V-waist, pleated asymmetrical front skirt, fringe accents
- Closure: lace-up back with gold grommets; invisible zip
- Length: about 23" from neckline to hem
- Made: to order, by hand, in Oceanside, California
- Care: dry clean only
Fit. Choose your size by bust and waist. The Marlowe runs a little large, especially through the bodice; if you are between sizes, or want a close fit, choose the smaller. The lace and lining give the skirt an easy fit through the hips, and the laced back adjusts 1–2" through the bust and waist.
Timing. Made to order in about 10 weeks. Add your wedding date in your cart; if it is sooner, the right rush option is added for you.
Before You Order
Color. Vintage lace is sourced in small lots, so its tone ranges from soft ivory and natural cotton to warm cream. Your piece will not match the photographs exactly, and it will not match bright white bridal fabric.
The lace. Your piece is cut from its own length of vintage lace. The pattern, and small marks or irregularities in the weave, will differ from the photographs and from every other piece. This is the nature of the material, not a flaw.
Fringe. The fringe is bound and double-stitched. A few loose fibers release in the first wear; this is expected and does not affect the dress.
Fit and alterations. Made to order in standard sizing. Light tailoring may be needed for your ideal fit. Made-to-measure is available for an added fee; write to hello@southofwestbridal.com for pricing.
Custom fabric. For other laces or fabrics, write to hello@southofwestbridal.com. Some fabrics carry an added cost.
Final sale. Every South of West piece is final sale; we do not accept returns.
Every South of West piece is cut and finished by hand in our Oceanside studio once you order it. Gowns take about six months; everything else, about 10 weeks.
Need it sooner? Add your wedding date in your cart and the right rush option is added for you. For bridal pieces: 8 to 10 weeks away, +$100; 6 to 8 weeks, +$200; 4 to 6 weeks, +$300; 2 to 4 weeks, +$400. Within two weeks, write to hello@southofwestbridal.com first. Ready-to-ship pieces never carry a rush fee.
Many designs can be changed: sleeves added, straps adjusted, a train made longer or shorter. The earlier you ask, the more is possible. Write to hello@southofwestbridal.com.
For a piece made entirely for you, see Custom Bridal.
The start of the process to the end was so seamless and easy! We had a call to make sure the dress was made to size and everything I wanted. I saw this dress once and saved it for months dreaming over it until I finally pulled the trigger. Was more excited about this dress than my main one to say the least! It was well worth it after walking out into my reception. Everyone’s reaction said it all…especially my husbands! I did not want to take this dress off! Made my wedding day everything I dreamed of! So happy with it!!!
