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Lipstick Red Silk *Larger Size* Sheath Dress w Convertible Scarf Back - L, 1960s
About the Item
An ingenious design, this dress features a draped shoulder-to-shoulder scarf that may be worn in the back, the front, or even on the head for three different and completely captivating looks. All in sumptuous lightweight silk twill…and a large size!
Sleeveless cocktail dress with plunging front and rear V neckline and front and rear hip tucks; gathered shoulders and inverted V waist seam. Matching draped scarf attached at shoulders may be worn at back, front or on the head. Rear metal zipper closure; hidden lingerie snaps at shoulders. Fully lined in silk georgette.
fabric: lightweight silk twill, silk georgette
noteworthy: dry clean only
repairs: none
condition: excellent with a few revealed stitches at waist seam
measurements:
neckline opening: 14”
neckline drop: 5 ½” (front), 10” (rear)
shoulders: 19 ½” from outer shoulder edge to edge
bust: 44”
waist: 31 ½”
hips: 41”
bodice length: 8” from underarm, 15” from shoulder
skirt length: 23”
total length: 31” from underarm, 38” from shoulder
sweep: 42”
attached scarf: 5” at narrowest (shoulder attachments), 17 ½” at widest (center point)
label: no label present
size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size large
- Dimensions:Marked Size: none; comparable to size L (US)Bust: 44 in (111.76 cm)Waist: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Hip: 41 in (104.14 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 38 in (96.52 cm)
- Style:Sheath (In the Style Of)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Tucson, AZ
- Reference Number:
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