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1960's Evelyn Byrnes Evening Silk Chiffon Strapless Gown

$1,200
£917.46
€1,056.73
CA$1,681.57
A$1,877.31
CHF 983.68
MX$22,980.15
NOK 12,492.79
SEK 11,779.12
DKK 7,886.51

About the Item

Extraordinary evening gown, empire-line, with ecru lace feathers covering the bodice with a satin sash above a deep turquoise skirt made of fine pleated silk chiffon. Fits approx. : US 0-4 (small US 4) / FR 34-36 (small FR 36) Measurements (taken flat) : Waist approx. 31 cm (12.2 inches) Bust approx. 41 (16.1 inches) Length (waist to bottom) approx. 118 cm (46.5 inches) Total length approx. 138 cm (54.3 inches) This item has been professionally cleaned, pressed & carefully inspected by a couture-trained seamstress before being sold.
  • Designer:
  • Brand:
    Evelyn Byrnes New York
  • Dimensions:
    Length: 54.3 in (137.93 cm)Bust: 32.3 in (82.05 cm)Waist: 24.4 in (61.98 cm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Altered (not by designer). The dress has been altered at the waist to enlarge it a bit and you can see the old seams in the back on the satin ribbon (see picture 6). Some rings throughout the silk chiffon but not really noticeable because the volume of all the pleats.
  • Seller Location:
    Geneva, CH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1DJD00271stDibs: LU560185136

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