#355

The Blue Silk and Lace Dress Worn by Shirley in the Birthday Scene of "The Little Princess"
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Of soft aqua blue silk satin, with fitted bodice having a V-shaped inset center panel of ivory silk satin overlaid with finely embroidered tulle that is edged by a matching gathered lace ruffle and a garland of delicate silk flowers, with gathered lace overlay skirt, very full pouf lace sleeves with bretelle ruffles at the shoulders, and a draped aqua silk sash with a large bow at the lace. A pair of blue leather shoes lettered "S. Temple" on the inside is included. The costume designer for this film was Gwen Wakeling. The dress was worn by Sara (Shirley Temple) in the birthday party scene of the 1939 Film "The Little Princess". Sara (Shirley), declaring that all she wants for her birthday is "my father coming home", asks that no one gives gifts to her, and, instead, she gives gifts to every other girl. It is, however, during the party that she learns her father has been killed, and harsh events ensue.