In the tradition of a young Liz Taylor, Gene's new violet eyes are framed in dark sable brows, shadowed in lilac pearl & orchid and finished with applied natural hair lashes. Lips and nails are a deep pink toned red. Savannah Gene's original sausage curls are in place, interwoven with silk violets and an embroidered organza butterfly.
	Correct to the toilette of the era, Violetta's undergarments consist of fine swiss batiste pantaloons and a lined corset...
	a flexible hoop "crinoline"...
	and a petty coat of fine batiste, all edged with fine french cotton lace.
	The 2 piece ball gown is wysteria taffeta, prewashed to create a soft, antiqued effect. Gored for fullness & box pleated to minumize fabric volume at the waist, the skirt is embroidered in swirling leaves and violets then edged in black braid. Delicate embroidered organza butterflies dance across the violets on either side.
	The lined bodice has back snap closure, sewn silk violets, couched black satin cording along the lower edge & black tassels at the center front point. A pleated shoulder/sleeve wrap edged in black braiding is attached at the front but "floats" at the back bodice, creating the freedom to place Gene's arms in a variety of positions.
	Originating at the back of the wrap, a looped bow sends long black ribbon streamers to the hem line.
	Accessories include beaded white cotton stockings, black shoes embellished with braiding & violets...
	a delicately embroidered monogrammed hankie...
	and a beautifully printed libretto that contains an actual readable summary of the opera.

Sparkling rhinestone jewlery is by Imzodi.


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