{"product_id":"antique-1920s-silk-satin-french-knickers-floral-applique-large","title":"Antique 1920s Silk Satin Step In Panties French Knickers Floral Appliqué Large 33.5\" Waist","description":"\u003cp\u003eThese are a beautiful pair of antique 1920s women's silk satin step-in panties, also known as French knickers or tap pants, featuring delicate floral appliqué embroidery and fine net inserts along the lower edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from lustrous cream-white silk satin, the panties have a loose, generously cut silhouette with a fitted waistband, shaped seams and wide leg openings. The smooth silk satin has a soft, fluid drape and a subtle sheen characteristic of fine lingerie of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most distinctive feature is the elaborate decoration along the lower portion of each leg. Scalloped panels of fine net are embellished with silk appliqué flowers, leaves and trailing stems, outlined with delicate embroidery. The floral motifs form an attractive decorative border, with the sheer net providing contrast against the silk satin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe waistband is finished with a small button-and-buttonhole fastening at either side. The construction and relatively short, wide-legged silhouette are characteristic of the transition from the longer drawers of the early 20th century to the shorter French knickers popular during the Flapper period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are an attractive example of fine early 20th-century lingerie, combining quality silk satin with delicate decorative workmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/b\u003e Late 1920s to early 1930s\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Silk satin with floral appliqué and net inserts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eColour:\u003c\/b\u003e Cream white\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Step-in panties \/ French knickers \/ tap pants\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately modern ladies' Large (L); please refer to measurements\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLabel:\u003c\/b\u003e None visible\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaist: 33 1\/2\" around\u003cbr\u003eCentre length: 18\" from waist to crotch, measured flat\u003cbr\u003eLeg openings: 31 1\/2\" around each\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e These step-ins are in excellent condition with no pronounced wear, tears, soiling, staining or odour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnusual to find a pair of silk step-in panties like this in this condition and in this large size - beautiful quality!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68028527018089,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1559\/files\/Silk-Step-Ins.jpg?v=1794360153","url":"https:\/\/www.poppysvintageclothing.com\/fr\/products\/antique-1920s-silk-satin-french-knickers-floral-applique-large","provider":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}