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  Evening gown - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
An evening gown or gown is the general name given to a lady's dress worn to a formal affair.
Gowns are worn by members of a wedding party, by guests at formal evening weddings, for diplomatic events such as state dinners, and other formal events including debutante cotillions, proms, charity balls, art premiers, the opening of opera and ballet seasons, and many award ceremonies.
Gowns are often made of a luxury fabric such as chiffon, velvet, satin, or silk.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Evening_gown   (496 words)

  
 GOWN
What we know from Watson is that Holmes’ gown was rarely worth commenting on, and when he did, it was a simple description of the color.
He was lounging upon the sofa in a PURPLE DRESSING GOWN, a pipe-rack within his reach upon the right, and a pile of crumpled morning papers, evidently newly studied, near at hand.
Sherlock Holmes was, as I expected, lounging about his sitting-room in his DRESSING GOWN, reading the agony column of The Times, and smoking his before-breakfast pipe, which was composed of all the plugs and dottles left from his smokes of the day before, all carefully dried and collected on the corner of the mantelpiece.
www.holmesonscreen.com /Gown.htm   (2903 words)

  
 Cranberry Gown
Arwen's gown is a one-piece constructed from a luscious cranberry silk velvet.
Gown does not quite have a severe a fit as the other gowns but the neckline is father off the shoulder.
To make the gown exactly, you are going to need to drape the pattern on a dummy that is your size and play with getting the seam to sweep cleanly.
www.alleycatscratch.com /lotr/Elf/Arwen/Cranberry.htm   (1132 words)

  
 Red Faille Gown Trimmed with Satin, ca. 1807-1817, KSUM 1986.97.29
The high-waisted neoclassical gowns of the early nineteenth century were not exclusively made of white cottons.
The type of fabric and darker color may indicate the use of the gown as a coat-dress, or pelisse, a style that attained great popularity by 1814 but was fastened along the center front.
Like the gown next to it, this gown may have been dyed with cochineal.
dept.kent.edu /museum/exhibit/colors/1983_1_29.htm   (89 words)

  
 Ball gown - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
According to rules of etiquette, a ball gown must be worn where "white tie" or "evening dress" is specified on the invitation.
It is traditionally a full-skirted gown reaching at least to the ankles, made of luxurious fabric, delicately and exotically trimmed.
Such gowns are typically worn with a stole (a formal shawl in expensive fabric), cape or cloak in lieu of a coat, "good" (couture or vintage) jewellery and opera-length gloves.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Ball_gown   (319 words)

  
 The True Story of What the Irish Wore
Although some Irish gowns were made using the selvedges whenever possible, this is not the case with the Shinrone gown.
If the gown were drawn to, this double thick and whipstitched piece would stick forward, not only making an unsightly protrusion, but also causing the gown along those few inches to dip sharply forward in front.
It is conceivable that the extant gown is of an earlier or later date than the descriptions above or that these descriptions refer to another type of gown entirely.
www.reconstructinghistory.com /irish/shinrone.html   (3225 words)

  
 Mourning Gown
Midnight blue silk velvet gown that is reminiscent of a human cotehardie mixed with elven styles.
Gown is quite fitted in the upper torso.
The gown has about a two foot train and lots of fabric pools around the sides and back.
www.alleycatscratch.com /lotr/Elf/Arwen/Mourning.htm   (953 words)

  
 Academic Graduation Regalia by Saxon.
And best of all, we stock a selection of graduation caps, gowns, tassels, year dates, academic hoods and honor stoles for preschool, elementary school, high school, college, master's, and doctoral degrees ready for shipment within 24—48 hours of your order.
These gowns also feature a quality 26" zipper closure which is color-coordinated to match the gown.
Our caps and gowns are manufactured in a variety of sizes to fit High School / College graduates as short as 4'0" or as tall as 6' 5".
www.mindspring.com /~saxonun1/capgowns.htm   (326 words)

  
 Merry Go Round Bridal Gown Cleaning & Preservation
Your gown is then professionally spotted and gently cleaned alone in crystal-clear solution for a brief period.
Your gown is cushioned with a special acid-free tissue to help maintain the designers' delicate design and carefully folded, wrapping it in a special 100% cotton liner before it's placed in a museum quality acid-free storage box, then wrapped in another special 100% cotton outer cover.
The hope of the Bride is that her wedding gown becomes 'historical' having been worn by many generations of brides.
www.merrygoroundcleaners.com /bridal.html   (1363 words)

  
 The Knot - Final Details: Preserving Your Gown
Unless the dry cleaner you are thinking about using processes more than 100 wedding gowns a year, consider going instead to a professional gown preservationist with a noted track record.
Some gown specialists use the wetcleaning method, which consists of gently washing the gown by hand with gentle cleansers that remove noticeable stains and unseen stains, such as champagne and sugar, as well.
To protect your gown, many professionals recommend it be placed in an acid-free or pH-neutral box, such as sturdy paperboard boxes which allow the gown to breathe and adjust with changing temperatures.
www.theknot.com /ch_article.html?Object=AI981230122921   (1239 words)

  
 The Evening Gown Competition
A teenage competition gown should be less form-fitting than a Miss competition gown.
Your gown should be elongating, so look for beading patterns that are graceful and flow from the top of the dress all the way down.
Usually gowns with distinct color changes or heavy beading around the waist break the line and bring your attention to the waist as opposed to your face.
www.pageantdiva.com /Gown/Gown01.html   (482 words)

  
 Academic Regalia such as doctoral robe, PhD gown, graduation hood, doctoralgown and tam
We can also custom make doctoral gowns with choice of a different velvet (other than fl or PhD blue), or with a different fabric (other than fl) or with piping added to front velvet and to velvet bars on sleeves.
Then when the custom doctoral gown is ready, it will be sent to you, and you can return the loaner gown.
If you are ordering a gown with piping, you may wish to add piping to your hood as well.
capsandgown.com /doctoral.html   (709 words)

  
 Bridal Gown - Designer Gown or Family Bridal Gown, Choosing and Caring for Your Beautiful Wedding Gown
Whether it belongs to your mother, your grandmother, your favorite aunt or even a close family friend, always make the decision to wear a family bridal gown based on the meaning the gown has for you and whether the style suits you--not on the way it fits or its condition.
Protect your gown from exposure to air and light by wrapping it in a clean sheet or freshly-laundered unbleached muslin.
As a general rule, avoid a service that promotes “vacuum-packaging” because the plastic in which the gown is sealed can trap moisture and emit fumes that yellow the gown.
www.wedalert.com /content/articles/choosing_gown.asp   (1323 words)

  
 Duchess Gown
Gowns in similar styles to this have been worn for weddings, renaissance weddings and magnificent special occasion and masquerade gowns.
The gown is made from brocade (a soft fabric in a solid color with a woven in pattern) and Venice Lace (lush, historic looking embroidered lace, top of the line) This gown looks great on any figure type.
This gown has rows of fine lace on the ruffle at the elbow, and across the underskirt.
www.yosa.com /catalog/html/duchess_gown.html   (278 words)

  
 Wedding Dress Conversion into a Heirloom Christening Gown
A newer trend is for your Baby to wear a Christening gown or romper made from the Mother's or Grandmother's wedding gown.
The grandmother chose to have a boy's gown and a girl's gown made from her 37 year old wedding gown.
This gown, duster coat and bonnet were all made from the same wedding gown.
www.christeningbaby.com /weddress.htm   (636 words)

  
 Imperial Gown Restoration Company
However, many brides (and mothers of newborns) wish to use a family heirloom or vintage bridal or christening gown for their very special upcoming event.
If such a gown has turned yellow or gray or is in any other way diminished or damaged, the professionals at Imperial can Restore the gown, frequently to its original color and beauty, so that it can be used for the upcoming special day.
The technique for restoring any particular fabric or garment varies from gown to gown, based upon all sorts of specific issues that are different from gown to gown.
www.gown.com /restoration.htm   (369 words)

  
 Wedding Gown Preservation Co.   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Our modern lab and equipment preserve every gown with a special anti-sugar treatment developed by Joseph and Sara, to prevent yellowing and discoloration and has been proven and recognized as the best method in gown preservations by the International Fabricare Institute.
Over the past 80+ years, Wedding Gown Preservation Company has prided themselves on quality and care of the wedding gowns that we clean and preserve for our customers.
Each gown is handled individually and given the utmost attention and care.
www.gownpreservation.com   (141 words)

  
 Gown Restoration - Gown Preservation at Imperial Gown Restoration Company
We safely cleanse and care for all delicate fabrics and trims, then gently shape and package your gown and accessories into an acid-free archival box.
Our unique Replacement Value Warranty allows you and your heirs to "unseal" and inspect your gown at any time, giving you the assurance that your gown is protected and will remain as lovely as your memories.
Imperial is recommended by many of the finest bridal designers, retailers, consultants and media in the world.
www.gown.com   (122 words)

  
 Discussion of Bridal Gown Preservation
Beware:  Many cleaners charge you money for “preservation” and all they do is clean the gown and place it in cardboard box.
This point really addresses the issue of whether to seal the gown or leave it exposed to the outside environment.
Add to this that most cleaners seal these boxes in plastic, and you have a very dangerous situation which can ruin your dress.
www.gown-preservation.com /index_files/page0002.htm   (711 words)

  
 Stylebook: Hepburn gown fetches record price   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Hepburn wore the sleeveless, fur-lined gown -- bedecked in a pearl choker and long fl gloves -- in her role as eccentric Manhattan socialite Holly Golightly in the movie, an adaptation of a Truman Capote novel.
While the gown set a world record for a movie dress, it wasn't the most bid on a famous dress.
Those honors go to Marilyn Monroe's white silk evening gown that she wore the night she sang "Happy Birthday, Mr.
www.post-gazette.com /pg/06345/745167-314.stm   (597 words)

  
 Gown on Alibaba.com - Find Gown manufacturers, suppliers, exporters, wholesalers, traders, distributors, importers and ...
Gown on Alibaba.com - Find Gown manufacturers, suppliers, exporters, wholesalers, traders, distributors, importers and more.
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Alibaba.com membership is 100 percent free for buyers, and with it, you get access to the world's largest B2B marketplace of manufacturers and exporters in the world for Gown.
hotproducts.alibaba.com /manufacturers-exporters/Gown.html   (427 words)

  
 Night Gown - Women's Clothing - Compare Prices, Reviews and Buy at NexTag - Price - Review
Using a super soft and silky weave, DryDreams Sleepwear has created an elegant and simple night gown which is the solution to sleepless nights.
Our softest stretch night gown in sky blue is beautifully trimmed with delicate white lace.
We've tailored this gown from fine, lightweight 100% cotton batiste, so you'll sleep soundly even on sweltering nights.
www.nextag.com /night-gown/search-html   (446 words)

  
 Wedding Dress Bridal Gowns Wedding Gown
The gown buyers at bridepower are constantly scouring their network of high end retailers, designers and manufacturers for samples, overstocks and one-of-a-kind designer wedding gowns.
Many others felt the need to wear a top name designer gown on their big day but did not want to break the bank.
Wedding gowns were being sold to brides all over the world.
www.bridepower.com   (530 words)

  
 Kambriel: Dracula Bride Gown
This full length diaphanous, semi-sheer georgette gown has extremely full, floor-length sleeves which are hand gathered along the forearm, features a wide, scooped neckline, and a three foot long train, which drapes in the back.
When ordering please include chest measurement, as well as the length from shoulder to lower ankles, to determine front gown length.
You may inquire about having this gown made in other colours or fabrics.
www.kambriel.com /dracula2.html   (119 words)

  
 Evening gowns| Prom gown| Cocktail dresses| Prom dresses 2006 - 2007| Prom Dress| Winter Ball Gowns| Designer Evening ...
Our enviable collection of beaded dresses, premium and designer wear is a recluse for timeless classics with contemporary styles for all special occasions close to your heart.
Drape in the opulence and sophistication, of Evening Dress, Prom Gown or Prom Dress, Ball Gown, Bridal Dress and of course bold and beautiful Cocktail Dress in luxurious texture and swaying silhouettes.
Dare to dazzle and shine like a star in inspiring designer couture with sparkling sequins, glittering beads and intricate embroidery in array of shapes and details to connect you to the fashion wire.
www.onlygowns.com   (253 words)

  
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For years WedClean has had the reputation of being the cleaner of choice for preserving wedding gowns.
Our exclusive CareLoom process provides the prevention of premature aging of the luxurious fabrics used in a gown.
Our exclusive CareLoom ™ Wedding Gown Preservation process is designed to preserve a lifetime of precious memories and return genuine satisfaction with a job lovingly well done.
www.wedclean.com   (83 words)

  
 Gown Web site
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www.yod.com /gown.html   (82 words)

  
 Flickr: Photos tagged with gown
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www.flickr.com /photos/tags/gown   (134 words)

  
 Dangerous Gown
This gown is in style of the 18th Century, the time period of many recent costume movies.
This gown when made in satin is $850.
Same gown as shown with a white satin removable train.
yosa.com /catalog/html/dangerous_gown.html   (281 words)

  
 Definition of gown - Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary
2 : the body of students and faculty of a college or university town and gown>
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