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Ceil Chapman Burgundy Velvet Metallic Brocade Keyhole Dress - XS-S, 1960s

$650
£498.15
€572.53
CA$912.96
A$1,021.77
CHF 534.86
MX$12,412.62
NOK 6,791.35
SEK 6,408.79
DKK 4,272.09

About the Item

Painfully good, from its rich color to its quilted skirt to its crisp A-line silhouette. The alluring keyhole neckline can be worn closed during the day and open at night for two different looks. A stunning cool weather dress wearable throughout the day and the season alike. Shirtwaist dress with silk velvet bodice and quilted silk brocade skirt shot with silver metallic thread; discrete hook and loop at banded neckline offers optional keyhole opening at chest. Rear nylon zipper closure with three hooks and loops at neck. On-seam pockets both sides; chain stitch belt loops and felted wool belt.* Dress lined in silk muslin; sleeves unlined. fabric: silk velvet, brocade and muslin noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: none condition: very good with faint nap misdirection at shoulders measurements: neckline: 14” circumference (closed) x 1 ½” tall shoulders: 15 ½” bust: 37” sleeve: 22 ½”from shoulder, 17 ½” from underarm sleeve circumference: 12” at upper arm, 8” forearm waist: 26” hips: 40” bodice length: 14” from shoulder skirt length: 28” total length: 42” from shoulder, 37” from underarm sweep: 52” belt: 2” w x 31 ½” l label: Ceil Chapman (made in Hong Kong, British Crown Colony) size: vintage size 8; comparable to modern size extra small - small depending on shoulders *belt is not original to dress but will be included in purchase
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  • Dimensions:
    Marked Size: vintage 8; compare to size XS-S (US)Bust: 37 in (93.98 cm)Waist: 26 in (66.04 cm)Hip: 40 in (101.6 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 42 in (106.68 cm)
  • Style:
    A-Line (In the Style Of)
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  • Material Notes:
    Quilting includes silver shot thread for sparkle. Pockets both sides!
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Light nap misdirection at shoulders.
  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0811.09.1801stDibs: LU86433401543

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