Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 18

1920's Martha Weathered Couture Pastel Silk Rosettes Filet Lace Flapper Dress

About the Item

A breathtaking museum quality bridal dance dress dating back to the mid-1920's. Two layers are cleverly designed to complement each other; a fine filet-lace outer layer with a foliate design over an ecru silk-crepe slip layer embroidered with pastel silk-ribbon rosettes. The rosettes are positioned under the filet-lace design so that they appear to be the blooms of the foliate in the lace! The overall effect is quite spectacular, and the dress has survived beautifully over the years. A small designer label in the interior reading "Weathered Misses Shop Chicago", which was the one shop in Chicago able to import French couture. The original owner of the garment said the shop was able to do this by selecting the couture designs overseas. After making their selections, the patterns and materials would be shipped over for fabrication in their own workrooms, allowed them to sidestep the hefty import tax on already completed couture models. The design and construction are identity to Callot Soeurs aesthetic who was known for working with wealth American clients. A rare piece of ethereal fashion history that will become a favorite in your collection. Measurements Bust: 32-33 inches Waist: 28 inches Hips: 40 inches Total Length: 44 inches This Callot Soeurs attributed dress from Martha Weathered is in excellent wearable condition with no stains, rips or holes. The garment slips over the head with side metal-snaps. The level of work in this piece would only be found in the highest couture of today. This dress is over 90 years old and is truly a spectacular.
  • Dimensions:
    Length: 44 in (111.76 cm)Bust: 33 in (83.82 cm)Waist: 28 in (71.12 cm)Hip: 40 in (101.6 cm)
  • Style:
    1920s (Of the Period)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Beautiful condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Beverly Hills, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU30915910832

More From This Seller

View All
1910's Ivory Crème Embroidered Sheer Net-Lace & Silk Satin Trained Bridal Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ethereal bridal gowns from the early 20th century are perennial favorites and this one is a wedding show-stopper. The garment's effortless style is so modern; the intricate hand embroidery and fine fabrics are a treasure trove of couture needle art...
Category

1910s Wedding Dresses

1965 Balenciaga Haute Couture Museum-Held Metallic Pink Gold Beaded Silk Dress
By Balenciaga
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A stunning and incredibly rare Balenciaga metallic-gold brocaded pink silk evening dress from his 1965 Spring-Summer collection. Cristobal Balenciaga began his life's work in fashion...
Category

1960s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

1950's Custom Couture Beaded Jeweled Ivory Silk Hourglass Back-Bow Bridal Gown
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
In this gorgeous, highly coveted archival 1950's ivory crème silk-faille gown, the detailed construction and meticulous attention to detail are comparable to what you will find in modern couture. This captivating custom made garment looks identical to the one actress June Havoc wore. Sparkling prong-set rhinestones mixed with elaborate glass beadwork give the garment so much depth and texture. This workmanship alone must have taken weeks. The bodice has a flattering duel thin-strap sculpted sweetheart nipped-waist framed by large dangling pearls. I love the dramatic three-dimensional back bow which really makes a statement. The flattering front ruched wiggle skirting finishes this showstopper in a perfect "Old Hollywood" style. As pictured, though we do not have written authentication, we believe this gown belonged to Joan Havoc. The documentation, source and measurements point in this direction. A beautiful one-of-a-kind garment that would definitely make an unforgettable bridal or red carpet look. Measurements Bust: 35-36 inches Waist: 26 inches Hips: up to 38 inches Total Length: 58 inches This 1950's custom couture gown...
Category

1950s American Wedding Dresses

Vintage 1970 Guy Laroche Couture Embroidered Silk Billow Sleeve Low Plunge Gown
By Guy Laroche
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous Guy Laroche Haute Couture numbered silk-chiffon gown dating back to his romantic 1970 spring-summer collection. Guy Laroche was an a...
Category

1970s French Wedding Dresses

Antique 1920's French Mint-Green Beaded Sequin Silk Chiffon Draped Flapper Dress
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A truly breathtaking French couture sparkling mint-green beaded flapper dance dress dating back to the mid 1920's. The magical mint green color mixed with the unique gold deco clustered micro-sequins touches a deep chord in our collective aesthetic consciousness. As fashion lovers, we never tire from antique beadwork...
Category

1920s French Aesthetic Evening Dresses

Vintage 1940's Saks Fifth Avenue Creme Beaded Chiffon One-Shoulder Bridal Gown
By Saks Fifth Avenue
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ethereal late 1940's Saks Fifth Avenue creme goddess gown from the Old Hollywood era of glamour. This stunning silk-chiffon garment has so much couture detail, you can tell it was made with expert devotion. The boned sweetheart plunge bodice is hand-pleated and hand-stitched into place with a unique asymmetric one-shoulder draped train. As pictured, there are a few different ways you can style the sash. Sparkling white glass-beads and sequins, in a gorgeous vine motif, cascade down the front. I love the hourglass nipped-waist which flows into a beautiful full sweep. Truly, this gown would have taken days to finish. A pure work of art and a study in dressmaking technique which reminds me of the famous Jean Desses. Breathtaking and timeless; I totally imagine this gliding down the red carpet! Measurements Bust: 35-36 inches Waist: 27 inches Hips: Swing Sweep Total Length: 57 inches This vintage Saks Fifth Avenue designer gown...
Category

1940s American Wedding Dresses

You May Also Like

CHANEL Nude Knit Maxi Evening Dress Kaftan Tunic Beach Pool Cover Up 38
By Chanel
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning CHANEL maxi kaftan tunic dress Knitted with beautiful details CC logo plate in pink-gold color in front So versatile - Wear it over your favourite bikini or swimsuit for a c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Maxi Dress

Extremely Rare Mariano Fortuny Cotton Delphos
By Fortuny
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinarily rare dress is made of finely pleated white cotton. Few cotton pleated Fortuny dresses have been documented and survived. Named after a Greek classical sculpt...
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Delphos Gowns

NEW Salvatore Ferragamo Floral Print Neckholder Bow Dress 44
By Salvatore Ferragamo
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning cocktail dress by Salvatore Ferragamo Wonderful floral print all over Closes with bow "Salvatore Ferragamo" written all over Made in Italy Dry Clean Only Size 44 New, unwor...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

NEW Emilio Pucci Pastels Tie Dye Silk Print Star Dress 44
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
EMILIO PUCCI PASTEL SIGNATURE PRINT DRESS A timeless EMILIO PUCCI gown that will never go out of style! Stunning multicolored silk dress designed by Peter Dundas for Emilio Pucci....
Category

2010s Italian Day Dresses

Gucci by Tom Ford Pleated Powder Silk Dress with Stripes
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Stunning Dress by Tom Ford for Gucci For his final summer collection for Gucci in 2004 Sample piece from the Atelier Beautiful panel silk dress Handstitching Pleating details Strip...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Informal Dresses

UNWORN Emilio Pucci Silk Jersey Fan Signature Print Cocktail Dress 40
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
A stunning dress by Emilio Pucci. The striking print and style of this dress echoes the Twenties and its art deco style movement and has been brought up...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Dresses

Recently Viewed

View All