{"title":"Venice Carnival Costumes","description":"\u003cp\u003eShop handmade Venice Carnival costumes, masquerade gowns and historical dresses. Baroque and Rococo-inspired designs, made to measure in Italy by Dresscon.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"baroque-masquerade-gown-versailles-dress","title":"Venetian Baroque Gown – Sun King Era Versailles Masquerade Dress","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade Venetian Baroque gown crafted in Italy from rich patterned jacquard, ivory lace and satin details, designed for Venice Carnival, masquerade balls, theatre and historical-fantasy events.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLe Soleil de Venise\u003c\/em\u003e combines a fitted court-style bodice, a dramatic off-the-shoulder lace neckline and a full jacquard skirt with optional petticoat. Inspired by the splendour of late 17th-century European court fashion, the gown creates an elegant theatrical silhouette while remaining a historical-fantasy design rather than a museum reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade to order in Italy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard sizing is available from XS to 4XL, and the gown can also be adapted to personal measurements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gown is designed around a structured court silhouette with a fitted bodice and a wide floor-length skirt. Heavy patterned jacquard gives the skirt body and visual richness, while layers of ivory lace soften the neckline and sleeves and create movement around the upper body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy patterned jacquard fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIvory lace neckline and ruffles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRomantic off-the-shoulder design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayered lace sleeves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative satin bow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitted bodice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull court-style skirt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-finished details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional petticoat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard or custom sizing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach gown is cut, assembled and finished to order according to the selected size or the measurements supplied at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour order includes one complete Venetian-inspired Baroque gown with coordinated lace neckline, sleeves and decorative satin bow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe petticoat is included only when the “With Petticoat” option is selected.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease check your selected size, colour and petticoat option before completing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSilhouette \u0026amp; Understructure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gown can be worn both with and without a petticoat, but the understructure noticeably changes the final silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWithout Petticoat:\u003c\/strong\u003e the heavy jacquard falls more naturally from the waist, creating a softer historical-fantasy shape with less projection around the skirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith Petticoat:\u003c\/strong\u003e the skirt opens into a fuller and more theatrical silhouette, allowing the jacquard and lace details to be seen more clearly. This version is particularly effective for Venice Carnival, masquerade balls, stage performances and formal photography.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure which option is best for your event, please contact me and I will be happy to advise you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatterned jacquard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIvory lace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSatin decorative details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe jacquard is deliberately substantial so that the skirt maintains its shape, while the softer lace adds movement around the neckline and sleeves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall variations in jacquard placement and colour may occur between fabric batches. Screen settings may also slightly affect how colours appear online.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Colours\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gown is currently available in four colourways, each combined with ivory lace:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoge's Emerald – Green\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersailles Rose – Pink\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Violette – Lilac\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerenissima Blue – Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther colours may be possible depending on fabric availability. Please contact me before ordering if you would like a custom colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFit \u0026amp; Made-to-Measure Sizing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may order the gown using one of the standard DressCon sizes below or provide your personal measurements for a more individual fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor custom sizing, please provide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBust circumference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaist circumference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoulder-to-floor length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsual clothing size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvent date, if applicable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhone number for the courier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your measurements fall between two standard sizes, please send your measurements rather than choosing a size based only on the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBust\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWaist\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33–34 in \/ 83–86 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27–28 in \/ 68–71 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34–36 in \/ 86–91 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28–30 in \/ 71–76 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e36–38 in \/ 91–96 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30–32 in \/ 76–81 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e38–41 in \/ 96–104 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32–35 in \/ 81–89 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e41–43 in \/ 104–109 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35–37 in \/ 89–94 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2XL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43–46 in \/ 109–117 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37–41 in \/ 94–104 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3XL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e46–48 in \/ 117–122 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e41–43 in \/ 104–109 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4XL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48–50 in \/ 122–127 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43–45 in \/ 109–114 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gown is designed for occasions where a rich, dramatic court silhouette is part of the experience, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVenice Carnival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVenetian masquerade balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaroque-inspired events\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersailles-themed balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTheatre and opera productions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical-fantasy events\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStage performances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoyal and court characters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEditorial and costume photography\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical-fantasy weddings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that this is a historically inspired theatrical gown and not a museum-accurate reproduction of one specific surviving historical garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomisation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause each gown is made to order, a number of alterations may be possible depending on the requested design and fabric availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePossible customisations include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternative jacquard colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferent lace shades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModified skirt length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional skirt volume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustom measurements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdaptations for theatre or stage use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoordinated accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease contact me before ordering if you would like substantial alterations so that I can confirm feasibility, price and production time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery gown is handmade to order in Italy rather than taken from mass-produced stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need your gown for Venice Carnival, a masquerade ball, wedding, theatre production, photoshoot or another specific date, please contact me before ordering so that production and delivery times can be confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide tracked shipping is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor U.S. customers:\u003c\/strong\u003e customs duties and import taxes are already included in the price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the petticoat included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly when the “With Petticoat” option is selected. The gown can also be worn without one for a softer skirt silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Sizing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade-to-measure sizing is available. After placing your order, please email me your measurements together with your \u003cstrong\u003eorder number\u003c\/strong\u003e, so I can correctly associate them with your gown before production begins.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease include your bust, waist, height, shoulder-to-floor measurement, usual clothing size and event date, if applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I order another colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePossibly. Custom colours depend on current jacquard and lace availability, so please contact me before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this gown suitable for Venice Carnival?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Its full court silhouette, patterned jacquard and lace detailing make it especially suitable for Venice Carnival and formal masquerade events.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if I need the gown for a specific date?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease contact me before purchasing and include your event date. I will confirm whether the required production and delivery schedule is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNeed More Information?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any questions about sizing, colours, petticoats, customisation or production times, please feel free to contact me. 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