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Vintage 1930's blue floral silk silver lamé evening gown one shoulder dress UK 8

$802.64
£589
€688.10
CA$1,102.45
A$1,232.67
CHF 646.59
MX$14,930.63
NOK 8,161.91
SEK 7,711.03
DKK 5,136.01

About the Item

This mesmerising 1930's midnight blue silk brocade dress with a silver lamé thread accent, is a rare piece to behold The straight cut neckline of the dress is set off by a wonderful single shoulder strap which is elegantly pleated and gathered, draping over the shoulder into a slight sleeve. The wonderful pleats that radiate from the shoulder strap drape into the fitted boned bodice. The cinched in waistline is accented by matching silk pipping. The wonderful drape of the skirt falls from gathered pleats beneath the piped waistband, completing this dress in an iconic 1930's silhouette Label: None Measurements of the Dress Armpit to Armpit: up to 34 inches Shoulder to Hem: 59 inches Waist: up to 26 inches Hips: up to 68 inches Shoulder to Waist: 16 inches Size: UK 8 US 4 Closures: This dress fastens to the side with a 14 inch metal zip and a hook and loop Condition: This dress is in near perfect vintage condition. Some very small scattered holed can be found within the drapes silk of the skirt line, these are not apparent externally and only visible when the dress is looked at from underneath. Some very light colour variation to the silk along the left hand side of the dress, this is light sunlight fading and the silk appears a lighter shade of blue purple in some areas. Very light age marks concealed within the wonderful lamé and brocade drape of the skirt. This is not apparent when the dress is being worn. Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned Fabric: Silk brocade, lamé Vintage garments have been previously worn and lovingly cared for, they may however have a blemish or two. Here at Willow Hilson, we try our very best to note all the details of each garment, although we may sometimes overlook things, which we do apologise for. Please do not expect perfection, unless stated so.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 59 in (149.86 cm)Marked Size: 8 (UK)Bust: 34 in (86.36 cm)Waist: 26 in (66.04 cm)Hip: 68 in (172.72 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 59 in (149.86 cm)
  • Style:
    Art deco (Of the Period)
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Cheltenham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2682223518582

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