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Black Fish Scale Sequin Sheath Dress with Draped Ruched Hobble Skirt – XS, 1960s

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This poured-on wiggle dress attracts serious attention on two fronts: first, its aurora borealis sequins shimmer green and purple to resemble eye-catching fish scales. Second, its draped hobble skirt is ruched perfectly at the derrière for a fabulously bodycon, Marilyn Monroe silhouette. A masterful celebration of the (very small!) female form. Sleeveless wiggle dress with plunging front and rear neckline. Bodice features all-over black aurora borealis sequins and double princess seams in front for poured-on fit. Faux wrap skirt is gathered at right hip and draped across thighs, then ruched at left side, center back and right side. Rear nylon zipper closure; fully lined in black acetate. fabric: nylon jersey, acetate, sequins noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: none condition: excellent measurements: neckline opening: 10” across neckline drop: 7” (front), 11” (rear) shoulders: 13” from outer shoulder edge to edge bust: 32” bodice length: 20 ½” from shoulder to hip, 18” from shoulder to center waist waist: 24” hips: 32” skirt length: 21 ½” from hip, 24” from waist total length: 42” from shoulder; 35” from underarm sweep: 32” (note, this is VERY narrow!) label: Marie Norman Boutique size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size extra small
  • Dimensions:
    Marked Size: none; comparable to size XS (US)Bust: 32 in (81.28 cm)Waist: 24 in (60.96 cm)Hip: 32 in (81.28 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 42 in (106.68 cm)
  • Style:
    Hobble (In the Style Of)
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  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0811.09.2371stDibs: LU864316883892
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