1920s organdy dress, care advice please!

[Jasmin Key]

I have a 1920s organdy dress which has some stains and a generally 'dusty' look to it. It has also 'bent' up a bit because of its very stiff finish. It is a pale green with cream ruffles on the sleeves and skirt panels. It is also decorated with ribbonwork flowers.

How safe is it to steam or iron?

Should I attempt a soak or just give it a gentle vacuum?
I know I'd rather live with the very small amount of stains than potential colour runs.

 

[Jonathan]

Steaming will 'soften' it, but it won't get out the surface wrinkles. Organdy was made to be ironed, but it may damage it, if its old or brittle. Start with a steam and see what you think. I would try not to iron it if possible.

 

[Jasmin Key]

Thanks Jonathan. Luckily it's not brittle!