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Philippe Venet Haute Couture Cocktail Dress

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Rare 70's Philippe Venet haute couture marigold silk dress. Fully lined in a refined matching silk, the dress features an internal belt and closes with a zip, hook and eye at the back Fits approx. : US 2-4 / FR 36 Measurements (taken flat) : Dress -> Width (from armpit to armpit) approx. 37.7 cm (14.8 inches) Waist approx. 36 cm (14.2 inches) Length (shoulder to waist) approx. 38 cm (15 inches) Length (waist to hem) approx. 57.2 cm (22.5 inches) Length (shoulder to hem) approx. 97 cm (38.2 inches) Sleeve length approx. 39.5 cm (15.6 inches) Total length approx. 100 cm (39.4 inches) Belt -> Full length (end to end, hook closure included) approx. 68.8 cm (27.1 inches) Width approx. 1.6 cm (0.6 inch) Diameter of the buckle hook closure approx. 6 cm (2.4 inch) This item has been professionally cleaned, pressed & carefully inspected by a couture-trained seamstress before being sold.
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    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Geneva, CH
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    Seller: 1DJD05611stDibs: LU5604878181

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