A large three-dimensional wired brilliant-set bowknot trims the lace at the center of the square neckline, with smaller versions at the sleeves. The bow motif continues down the dress front as flat, applied brilliants. At the waist, a blue silk ribbon sash conceals the lace skirt’s unfinished edge, which is sewn to the underdress with long running stitches. The sash ties in back with a large bow and streamers.