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ROBBIE BEE c.1940's Vtg Brown Copper Hand Beaded Accent Trompe-L'oeil Day Dress

$894
£682.56
€788.70
CA$1,255.01
A$1,398.84
CHF 733.92
MX$17,082.07
NOK 9,293.04
SEK 8,783.33
DKK 5,886.40

About the Item

ROBBIE BEE c.1940's Vtg Brown Copper Hand Beaded Accent Trompe-L'oeil Day Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Robbie Bee Circa: 1940s Designer: Robbie Bee Style: Cocktail Day Dress Color(s): Brown (fabric), Copper (beads) Lined: Yes Unmarked Fabric (feel of): Cotton (exterior), Twill (lining) Additional Details / Inclusions: Vintage Robbie Bee c. 1940's brown day dress. Feel of wool blend material with beaded accents. Feel of twill fabric for interior. All detailing (i.e. collar, non-functional front pockets, buttons, belt, and tassels) is composed of hand-stitched beading. Beading accent is copper in color. Bust darts and a gathered waist allow for the dress to comfortably keep a structured form to the body. Sleeveless with back zipper/hook and eye closure. Very little to no give to stretch of fabric. Additional Packaging: No SIZING & MEASUREMENTS: *All measurements are taken with garment flat and unstretched.* Bust: 36" Waist: 28" Hips: 34" Length: 39" (Measured from center back down zipper to hem.) Shoulder Length: 2 3/4" (Measured from beaded collar to tip of shoulder.) CONDITION: BC (see guide). Loose beads center front. (Still intact, but has lost some structuring to collar design.) Some discoloration visible to underarms, shoulders, sides, neckline, and near hemline. Minor holes/imperfections throughout garment. Please refer to photos provided. AA - New with Tags / Packaging (may show minimal signs of retail handling / shelf wear) A - New without Tags / Packaging (may show minimal signs of retail handling / shelf wear) AB - Next to New / Excellent Preowned (no significant signs of use / imperfections) B - Very Good Preowned / light signs of use (may have insignificant signs of use / imperfections). BC - Good Preowned / moderate signs of use (may have visible signs of use / imperfections) C – Fair Preowned condition / used (may have significant signs of use / imperfections)
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Loose beads center front. (Intact, but has lost some structure to collar design.) Some discoloration visible to underarms, shoulders, sides, neckline, and near hemline. Minor holes throughout garment. Please see photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Thiensville, WI
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: EI: 014919_11stDibs: LU541320154072

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