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Black Taffeta Off-Shoulder Flamenco Gown with Sequin Peplum - XXS, 1940s

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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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