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Elaborately Beaded Strapless Black Cocktail Dress and Jacket circa 1950

About the Item

Classic elegance, this strapless black short evening dress is covered with black bugle and caviar beads in a flower and vine pattern. There are five rows of beads at the top of the dress, a center back zipper and a boned bodice. The matching jacket has a generous shawl collar, a single button closure and five rows of beading on the collar, cuffs and hemline. Both pieces are fully lined in black silk and they are in excellent condition. There is no label or size tag so please check the measurements. Measurements; Jacket Shoulders 16" Bust 40" Waist 34" Sleeves24" Length 17.5" Dress Bust 36" Waist 28" Hips 40" Length Center front 31.5" Center back 28"
  • Dimensions:
    Length: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Marked Size: Medium (US)Bust: 36 in (91.44 cm)Waist: 28 in (71.12 cm)Hip: 40 in (101.6 cm)
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  • Seller Location:
    New Hope, PA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4711511762

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