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Vintage 1950's Strapless Cream Satin Frank Starr Ted Short Evening Gown UK 6-8

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This truly majestic 1950's Frank Starr for Ted Shore gown, rendered in a beautiful cream satin and embellished with pale grey soutache embroidery and grey toned glass beadwork in a trailing floral design, is the perfect piece for that special occasion. The strapless neckline of the dress, boasts a sweetheart décolletage, accented by the fitted and boned bodice, which sets off the floral soutache and beaded embroidery along the curved bust-panel and bodice. The cinched in waistline draws the eye to the pointed finish of the bodice and elegant drape of the cream satin skirt-line. The back of the dress is accented by pleated and gathered satin panels along the centre back of the waistline, which drape above two decorative panels, edged with grey thread fringing and is finished with soutache and beadwork embroidery, creating a bustle like feature. Finished with a subtle train, this truly mesmerising 1950's gown is a marvel to behold. The dress is boned along the bodice Label: Frank Starr Ted Shore Measurements of the Dress Armpit to Armpit: up to 34 inches Top of Bodice to Hem Front: 47.5 inches Back-line to Hem Back: 51.5 Inches Waist: up to 25 inches Hips: 46 inches Size UK 8 US 4 Closures: This dress fastens along the back with a 13.4 inch metal zip and a hook and loop Condition: This dress is in near perfect vintage condition. Light and very natural bead loss within the beaded embroidered areas. Light and natural surfaces scratches to the satin throughout. A small age mark along the central panel of the skirt 5 inches below the pointed panel. Age marks and wear marks are apparent along the back train of the skirt along the hemline. ( these could be removed if the train of the dress was shortened) A very faint water mark along the right hand side of the skirt line just below the waistline . Light wear marks to the satin along the top edges of the bodice. These minor details are not apparent when the dress is being worn, and only noticeable upon inspection. Please refer to the photographs as they form part of the condition report . Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned or hand washed in cool water. Fabric: Boned bodice, satin, soutache embroidery, glass beads, plastic beads, fringing, 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. Please make sure you check all the measurements of the garment before purchasing. Vintage garment sizes are not the same as those of today. To ensure the best fit, we suggest you measure your favourite similar style garment and compare it to the measurements we have listed.
  • Designer:
  • Dimensions:
    Marked Size: 6-8 (UK)Bust: 34 in (86.36 cm)Waist: 25 in (63.5 cm)Hip: 46 in (116.84 cm)
  • Style:
    Midcentury (Of the Period)
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Cheltenham, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2682224687602

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