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Black Taffeta Off-Shoulder Flamenco Gown with Sequin Peplum - XXS, 1940s
About the Item
Worn on the shoulder this gown is the epitome of 1940s innocence, but off shoulder it suggests an Andalusian flamenco dress thanks to its 22 ½ foot skirt and sequined ruffles. Accessorize with castanets and Paco de Lucia.
Off-shoulder taffeta ball gown with 4” sequin ribbon cape collar and matching peplum; dress may be worn on or off shoulders due to elastic shoulder band. Front and rear princess seams at bodice; gentle train at skirt rear. Rear metal half zipper closure, plus hooks and eyes at peplum ends. Unlined.
fabric: nylon taffeta
noteworthy: dry clean only
alterations: replaced elastic shoulder band
condition: good with a scattering of small holes on skirt front (see photos); nearly invisible due to volume of skirt fabric.
measurements:
neckline opening: to 11”
collar / peplum: 4”
bust: 33” max
waist: 24”
bodice length: 16” from shoulder, 8 ½” from underarm
hips: free
skirt length: 37” at shortest – 40” at longest
total length: 53” – 56” from shoulder
sweep: 270”
label: no label present
size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size extra extra small
- Dimensions:Marked Size: none; compare to size XXS (US)Bust: 33 in (83.82 cm)Waist: 24 in (60.96 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 56 in (142.24 cm)
- Style:Flamenco (In the Style Of)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Good condition 700with a scattering of small holes on skirt front (see photos); nearly invisible due to volume of skirt fabric.
- Seller Location:Tucson, AZ
- Reference Number:Seller: 0811.09.3421stDibs: LU864321579562
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