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Jean Louis Scherrer Tiered Ruffled Lace & Tulle Backless Evening Dress

$925
£707.21
€814.57
CA$1,296.21
A$1,447.10
CHF 758.26
MX$17,713.86
NOK 9,629.86
SEK 9,079.73
DKK 6,079.18
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Elegant and alluring, this vintage Jean Louis Scherrer evening dress will undoubtedly be your best ally for many events to come ! Crafted from sheer black lace, it features a scalloped halter neckline (same scalloped details at the hem) and a glamorous deep open back. To add more volume, the ruffled lace maxi skirt is underpinned by a layer of black tulle. Matching black lining fabric reduces transparency. The dress fastens with an internal belt and a concealed zip in the middle at the back. Labeled and tagged a French size 40 (US 8 / UK 12 / IT 44), it runs true to size. Style it with a pair of vertiginous heels ! Fits approx. : US 6-8 / UK 10-12 / FR 38-40 / IT 42-44 Measurements (taken flat) : Bust length (from neckline to internal belt) approx. 37 cm (14.57 inches) Bust length (from internal belt to lower hips) approx. 12.3 cm (4.84 inches) Internal belt length approx. 36,5 cm (14.37 inches) Hips approx. 46 cm (18.11 inches) Length from waist to longest scalloped hem 96 cm (37.8 inches) This item has been professionally cleaned, pressed & carefully inspected by a couture-trained seamstress before being sold.
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  • Dimensions:
    Marked Size: FR 40 (US 8 / UK 12 / IT 44) (EU)Waist: 28.74 in (73 cm)Hip: 36.22 in (92 cm)
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  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Very good pre-loved condition. One repaired lace hole (barely noticeable). 75% coton; 25% nylon.
  • Seller Location:
    Geneva, CH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1DJD08821stDibs: LU56026097882

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