Black on cream 1950s party dress. Swirling couched passementerie braid extends from below the kimono-cut bodice to the 10-gore full skirt. Bow at bust, underarm gussets, princess seams, deep V-back. Skirt is lined with a lightweight buckram-like fabric for shape. Where it with or without a crinoline (not included). Closes at back with a metal Falcon zipper and hook&eye at top and waist.
Labels: Miss Elliette (manufacturer of ultra-feminine party dresses), Julius Garfinckel & Co. Washington (high-end shop).
Fiber/Care: unmarked, feels like cotton and rayon, dry-clean
Condition: there are water stains on the front of the skirt, but as you can see in the photos, even with a large crinoline they are lost in the folds and inconspicuous. you really must hold the skirt out wide to notice them. there is also a dark smudge along the interior hem as shown. price adjusted accordingly.
*We've had this party dress professionally dry-cleaned and it's ready to wear.*
Garment Measurements:
shoulder to lower edge of empire seam: 12.5"/31.75cm
bust: 34"/86.25cm
at empire seam: 28"/71cm
waist: 26"/66cm
hips: free
shoulder to hem: 42"/106.5cm
hem sweep: 94"/239cm
☞ Our items are not newly manufactured "vintage style" pieces. They are true vintage, at least 30 years old. Please read condition report provided above. ☜
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