Vintage 1930's Silk Chiffon Dress 1930's yellow silk open back UK 8-10 US 4-6

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Vintage 1930's Silk Chiffon Dress 1930's yellow silk open back UK 8-10 US 4-6

About the Item

This breathtaking 1930's lemon yellow silk chiffon dress is a rare piece to behold and never again find. Her V shaped neckline is framed by a pointed seam below the bust, gathering small pleats, that radiate across the bust line. The dress cinches in below the bust, with a small matching fabric tie, that fastens along the back of the dress. Her mid length puffed sleeves, boast small cuffs, and elegant pleats along each shoulder seam. Her draping skirt, has an open split that runs along the front of the dress from the waistline, creating elegant movement above the built in skirt. Her backline has small buttons and loop fastenings along the nape, and a deep key hole feature along the back. This dress is sheer and will need to be worn with a dress slip Measurements of the Dress Armpit to Armpit: up to 36 inches Shoulder to Hem: 51 inches Waist: up to 27 inches Hips: up to 38 inches Shoulder to Shoulder: 12.5 inches Shoulder to End of Sleeve: 15.5 inches Size: UK 8-10 US 4-6 Closures: This dress fastens to the side with a a hook and eye and 5 press studs, and to the back of the neckline with 3 button and loops Condition: This dress is in perfect vintage condition Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned Fabric: Silk Chiffon Vintage garments have been previously worn and lovingly cared for, they may however have a blemish or two. Here at Willow Hilson, we try our very best to note all the details of each garment, although we may sometimes overlook things, which we do apologise for. Please do not expect perfection, unless stated so. Please make sure you check all the measurements of the garment before purchasing. Vintage garment sizes are not the same as those of today. To ensure the best fit, we suggest you measure you favourite similar style garment and compare it to the measurements we have listed.

Dimensions:
Length: 51 in (129.54 cm)Marked Size: 8-10 (UK)Bust: 36 in (91.44 cm)Waist: 27 in (68.58 cm)Hip: 38 in (96.52 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 51 in (129.54 cm)
Style:
Art Deco (Of the Period)
Place of Origin:
United Kingdom
Period:
1930-1939
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
Cheltenham, GB
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU2682215576992