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1950s Black and Turquoise Flame Stitch Brocade Evening Dress

$1,302.60
£950
€1,107.96
CA$1,783.70
A$1,983.23
CHF 1,035.53
MX$24,140.75
NOK 13,212.96
SEK 12,379.91
DKK 8,268.95
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1950's evening dress made from a flame stitch brocade featuring shades of turquoise on a black base. A full skirt extends from a fitted bodice with pleats to the hips and asymmetric pleat design to the bodice itself. Dramatic sack-back inspired silhouette finished with a bow detail at the small of the back. Unusual strap detail where the straps extend from the top of the bodice at the back forming a collar across the front. Original 1950's. Generous size that can be tailored to fit a vast range of sizes Vintage designer vening dresses sourced by Stelios Hawa with the objective to bridge the gap between popular designers, Couture and clothing that holds a relevancy to a certain Era. From the high-end market, to luxury vintage; all the garments are sourced under the basis of resale for our clients. We offer restoration services to restore garments that may have become a little worse for wear and alteration services to ensure a perfect fit for your perfect piece. Measurements: Chest - Side seam to side seam: 60cm Length - Shoulder to hem: 127cm Hips - Seam to seam: 80cm Waist - Seam to seam: 52cm Alterations: With our on-site workroom we are able to provide a full alteration service for your precious find, with specialist craftspeople with skills in beading, embroidery, leather and knit wear our services are second to none. Our recommendation if you have purchased from our site is that you try your item at home, advise what alterations are required and we will be able to provide an estimate by return. You can then either visit us in one of our retail locations, or you can return by post and we will alter the garment to your specifications. Please note, we recommend you try first to ensure you are elated with your purchase asitems cannot be refunded once customised. We are also happy to look at your own existing pieces and provide quotations for alteration, conservation and restoration including clothing, accessories, objetde virtu and homewares.
  • Dimensions:
    Length: 50.01 in (127 cm)Bust: 23.63 in (60 cm)Waist: 20.48 in (52 cm)Hip: 31.5 in (80 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 50.01 in (127 cm)
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  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2252212446212

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