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1970s Carven Haute Couture Chevron Print Chiffon Maxi Dress

$2,275
£1,739.36
€2,003.39
CA$3,187.97
A$3,559.07
CHF 1,864.90
MX$43,566.53
NOK 23,684.25
SEK 22,331.24
DKK 14,951.50

About the Item

This colourful 1970s Carven haute couture maxi dress has a high rounded neckline with short shoulder straps and flows down into a sophisticated A-line shape to the ankles. The material is a lightweight silk chiffon in an alternating chevron and horizontal striped pattern in bright shades of raspberry and bubblegum pink, lime green, teal and white. The dress is lined in a silk, off-white taffeta and finishing at the point where the dress breaks out into a wide box pleated flounce for extra flow and movement. It fastens down the back with a hook and eye at the top and six different pop studs – when worn, these are completely invisible. Despite extensive research, we have been unable to attribute this dress to a precise haute couture collection as it has such timeless appeal and looks so fresh and modern. That said, we can comfortably date it between 1968 - 1975. In superb vintage condition with remarkable levels of preservation. Just a few pin head sized marks scattered to the bottom flounce. These were noted on very close inspection with the dress in hand. It is a best fit for around a UK size 6-8 or US 2-4. MEASUREMENTS Bust - 34in. (86.36 cm) Waist - 35in. ( 89 cm) Hip - 36in. ( 91.5cm) Length - 54in. (137 cm)
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  • Dimensions:
    Length: 54 in (137.16 cm)Marked Size: 2 (US)Bust: 34 in (86.36 cm)Waist: 35 in (88.9 cm)Hip: 36 in (91.44 cm)
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  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU55015924242

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