This c.1900, sage green wool, late Victorian or early Edwardian ladies’ suit is a bit of a puzzle. I think it has been significantly altered and refurbished for use as a stage costume, adding some out-of-time elements (like the extra-high waistband which is more 1910s, and the pleated hem ruffle to add length to the skirt). Some of the lace appliqué trim may be original (the darker-colored lace). Most is probably not. The acetate satin insets are replacements, for sure. The fitted, short jacket buttons in front and has been relined in lilac silk organza (the body) and white acetate (the sleeves). In back, the jacket has curved seams and a curved hem with double slits and 2 decorative buttons. The skirt length is quite a bit shorter in front than in back.It is also much more full in back, with large pleats gathered into the waistband. The (added) high waistband sits above the natural waist, and the skirt fastens in back with hooks and eyes. In fair condition, wearable with reasonable care, this 1900s suit has 2 issues other than the replaced/added elements. There is some overall fading to the wool and some scattered moth munches, the most noticeable/largest of which is about ½-inch in size, nearly hidden in the fold of the skirt on the right back section. It would still be quite useful as a 1900s to early 1910s costume or re-enactor attire.
SIZE: XXS
JACKET Bust: 34” flat to fit approx. 32”
Waist: 28” flat
Length: 19” in front from shoulder to hem
Sleeve length: 22.5”
Shoulder to shoulder: 12” from seam to seam in back
SKIRT
Waist: 24” flat, to fit 23”
Hip: full (44” flat)
Length: natural waist (lower edge of waistband) to hem in front is 39”, but in back is 43.5”

This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Chicago, IL.