Bodice of black wool damask in a palm leaf design; leg-o-mutton sleeves; high round neckline; fitted with princess seams; pointed waistline; center-front hook and eye closure with lace-up closure under bust; lined in tan muslin; boned; inner waistband.
Belt of deep dark blue edged in black taffeta with large descending bow trimmed in black knit lace at center-back; bow is composed of two loops and two long panels with rounded ends that hit just below hip; backed on peach silk taffeta; concealed hook and eye closures.