The Dress Returns

To mark their 50th anniversary, the Olive Matthews Collection Trust, in partnership with Chertsey Museum, commissioned a unique set of replica garments. The Olive Matthews Collection includes an original and rare wedding ensemble, worn by Jane Bailey on the day of her marriage to James Wickham Esq. on the 9th November 1780. It has been lovingly re-created by costumiers Past Pleasures for use by Chertsey Museum as an educational resource. This film by Lane-Walker Productions explores the original garments, the process of re-creation and the return of the ensemble (in replica form) to Holy Trinity Church, Wonston; the church where Jane first wore the original outfit on her wedding day.