The Clara Gown in Vintage Victorian Stripe
Introducing The Clara Gown, a romantic strapless corset gown designed with timeless elegance and structure. Crafted in our Vintage Victorian Stripe cotton-linen blend, featuring delicate floral motifs woven through soft vertical striping, this strapless maxi dress combines vintage-inspired beauty with modern tailoring. The Clara Gown features a flattering dropped curved waist and a structured skirt reinforced with stiff tulle and mesh for sculpted volume. Finished with a lace-up corset back and soft bow detailing, this formal floral gown offers an adjustable, cinched fit. Internal ties allow for optional bustling, creating versatile volume and movement. Perfect for weddings, formal events, and romantic occasions, this strapless floral corset gown is designed to be worn and remembered.
Amanda is 5'8 and is wearing a size 0.
Please note color shade may vary between styles, fabrics or dye lots made at different times. All fabric is hand made and made in small batches and the color cannot be exactly the same over different fabrics, styles or for different dye lots. The variation gives beauty and character and represents our handmade pieces we are in love with. Beauty is not being perfect.
Fabric Content
Shell: 55% Cotton, 40% Polyester, 5% Linen; Lace: 100% Nylon; Tulle: 100% Polyester; Lining: 100% Cotton
Care Instructions
Do Not Wash; Do Not Bleach; Do Not Tumble Dry; Iron, Low Heat; Dry Clean
Return Policy (United States - Domestic Shoppers)
Returns and exchanges must be initiated through our Return Portal within 14 days of the order delivery date.
Returns must be shipped within 3 business days of receiving the return label.
Orders are eligible for return for refund to the original form of payment, return for store credit, or size exchange for items of the same style and color.
We have a flat fee of $10 that will be deducted from the return for your pre-paid return label. This cost will be deducted at the time of the refund.
1. Visit our Return Portal.
2. Type in your order number and shipping zip code.
3. Follow the steps and choose to return or exchange your item.
4. Pack your items in their original packaging. You must include your packing slip and seal up the parcel on all sides to ensure there are no damages to your item during the return.
5. Print the return label and ship the item back within 3 days of receiving your label.
Additional Returns Information
Please note no returns, exchanges, or credits will be issued after the 14-day period. If we receive an item outside of our policy timeframe, the item will not be accepted. We will notify you and send the item back to you at your expense.
Please note we only accept items for return or exchange that are in their original condition, have not been worn, altered or washed, are without marks or stains, and with all accessories (including ties, belts, straps etc.) attached and any garment bags included. All tags must be intact, attached in their original location, and must not be tampered with or broken.
Items must not have been worn or used in photography shoots, social media posts, online, commercially, or for personal gain.
Every garment has a tag attached which states, "Please note this garment is not returnable if this tag is removed." If this tag is removed, tampered with, or broken, the garment is no longer returnable.
V. Chapman reserves the right to deny any return or exchange if the merchandise returned does not comply with our Return Policy requirements.
If you receive an item that is damaged or defective, you must contact us at love@vchapmanstudio.com within 48 hours of delivery.
Customers are responsible for all shipping costs, which includes the initial cost of shipping, Route shipping protection/insurance, and $10 for the cost of return shipping. We do not refund shipping costs. The cost of the shipping will be deducted from your refund.
Once we have received your return, please allow 10-14 business days for return processing. If you have requested a return for refund, please note that your bank may require an additional 3-14 business days to process and post the refund to your account.
Sale items that are marked as FINAL SALE on their product page are final sale and ineligible for return or exchange. No exceptions.
All jewelry items and masks are final sale items.
Exchanges (United States - Domestic Shoppers)
Orders are eligible for size exchanges for items of the same style and color within 14 days of the order delivery date.
Good news! Exchanges are free and can be requested through our Return Portal!
Please note we must receive the original item back to our studio in order to ship out any exchanged items.
Once we have received the original item back to our studio, please allow 10-14 business days for exchanges to be processed. It may take 1-3 business days for exchanges to ship once processed.
Please note exchanges are shipped using ground shipping.
If you need the item by a certain date, we highly recommend initiating a return for refund or store credit and placing a new order for your desired item with overnight shipping.
Please note if the exchanged item is returned for refund, the initial and return shipping costs will be deducted from the refund.
Return Policy (International Shoppers)
International orders are eligible for return within 14 days of the delivery date. You may initiate your return by emailing love@vchapmanstudio, noting your order number and return request in the subject line.
Returned items must:
- Be unworn, unwashed, and unaltered
- Have all original tags attached
- Be returned in original packaging
- Be free of marks, stains, fragrances, or damage
Items marked FINAL SALE are not eligible for return or exchange.
Duties, taxes, and shipping charges paid on international orders may be non-refundable depending on the destination country. We recommend contacting your local customs authority directly for information regarding the potential recovery of duties and taxes. Canadian customers returning eligible items will receive a full refund of duties and taxes paid at the time of purchase under our duty and tax recovery program.
A return shipping fee will apply to all returns.
Exchanges (International Shoppers)
We do not currently offer direct exchanges for international orders. If you would like a different size, color, or style, please return your eligible item in accordance with our International Returns Policy and place a new order for the desired item. Subject to availability.
Additional Questions?
If you have any additional questions about your return, you may email us at love@vchapmanstudio.com.
Customer service inquiries are responded to during office hours Monday-Friday 10:00am - 4:30pm PST, excluding holidays. Customer service will respond within 1-2 business days of receiving your request.
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