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Cobalt Plaid Thai Silk Pixie Cocktail Dress with Panel Bow, Saigon - S-M, 1960s

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Aside from its vivid color, the standout feature of this shift is its free-floating front panel, created by the tails of its oversized center bodice bow. Very Audrey Hepburn, from its wide scooping neckline to its smart 1960s cut. A head-turner. Sleeveless scoop neck shift dress with oversized flat bow across front bodice; free ends of bow form a wide panel down skirt front from waist to hem. Side metal zipper closure with top hook and eye. Lingerie snaps at shoulders; unlined. fabric: Thai silk noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: none condition: excellent measurements: neckline opening: 12” from strap to strap drop: 8” (front), 9 ½” (back) bust: 37” waist: 26” hips: 38” length: 38” from shoulder; 31” from underarm sweep: 38” hem: 2 ½” label: Le Chan (Saigon) size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size small-medium
  • Designer:
    Le Chan (Saigon)
  • Brand:
    Le Chan (Saigon)
  • Dimensions:
    Marked Size: none; comparable to size S-M (US)Bust: 37 in (93.98 cm)Waist: 26 in (66.04 cm)Hip: 38 in (96.52 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 38 in (96.52 cm)
  • Style:
    Shift (In the Style Of)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0511.09.0031stDibs: LU86434655193
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