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Rudolf Pale Aqua Bead and Crystal Plunge-Back Blouson Cocktail Dress - M, 1950s

$725
£554.30
€638.44
CA$1,015.95
A$1,134.21
CHF 594.31
MX$13,883.84
NOK 7,547.73
SEK 7,116.55
DKK 4,764.76

About the Item

Neither mint green nor light blue, this dress’s resemblance to ocean mist is only underscored by its sparkling beaded bodice and hips. Its featherweight fabric, dusting of rhinestones and draped pleated cummerbund make a gentle, elegant impression without saying a word. Cap sleeve cocktail dress with round neckline and blouson bodice. Fully beaded with clear, silver-lined beads and rhinestones from shoulders to hips; draped, pleated cummerbund waist. Rear metal zipper closure from derrière to waist with four snaps and top hook and eye above. Upper bodice unlined; lined in matching silk chiffon from bust to hem. fabric: silk chiffon, enamel-lined seed beads, rhinestones noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: secured bead trim where necessary condition: very good with light perspiration stain at right underarm and age-appropriate surface wear (see photos) measurements: neckline opening: 9” across shoulders: n/a (18” outer shoulder edge to edge) bust: 42” waist: 30” bodice length: 13 ½” from shoulder, 4 ½” from underarm to top of cummerbund hips: 39” skirt length: 27 ¼” (including 3” cummerbund) total length: 40 ¾” from shoulder, 31 ¾” from underarm sweep: 43” hem: ½” label: A Rudolf Original size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size medium
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  • Dimensions:
    Marked Size: none; comparable to size M (US)Bust: 42 in (106.68 cm)Waist: 39 in (99.06 cm)Hip: 39 in (99.06 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 40.75 in (103.51 cm)
  • Style:
    Blouson (In the Style Of)
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  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Altered (not by designer). Light perspiration stain at right underarm and age-appropriate surface wear (see photos).
  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0923.15.0151stDibs: LU86435954622

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