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Lillie Rubin Black Sheer Angel Wing Gown with Rhinestone Plunge - Small, 1960s

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Simple but dramatic, this electrifying gown is perfect for the woman who isn't comfortable without a sleeve but also appreciates a touch of allure. Floating chiffon bell sleeves are cut from underarm to wrist to create an angel wing effect, while a double row of rhinestones trims the deep bust and back lines for even more drama. Made from the most luxurious, heavyweight silk crêpe imaginable. Full-length princess gown of ultra-heavyweight silk crêpe; inverted V seam empire waist and matching front and rear V neckline drop trimmed in double row of crystal rhinestones. Single-ply chiffon angel wing sleeve with 88” sweep and 12 ½” center split; gently trained rear hemline. Rear nylon zipper closure with hook and loop at low back and rear neck; unlined. fabric: ultra-heavyweight silk crêpe, silk chiffon noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: none condition: mint measurements: neckline opening: 10” across; 8 ½” front and rear drop shoulders: 14 ½” bust: 36” empire waist: 29” natural waist: 31” hips: 40” sleeve: 22” at shortest, 23 ¼” at longest; 12 ½” split on inside of arm bodice length: 11” - 12 ½” from shoulder skirt length: 40” - 42” from waist to hem total length: 54” - 56” from shoulder, 46 ½” – 48 ½” from underarm sweep: 218” label: Lillie Rubin size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size small
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    Marked Size: none; comparable to size S (US)Bust: 36 in (91.44 cm)Waist: 31 in (78.74 cm)Hip: 40 in (101.6 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 54 in (137.16 cm)
  • Style:
    Angel Wing (In the Style Of)
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  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0910.05.0161stDibs: LU86434937821
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