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Betsey Johnson Punk Label Gray Jersey Mock-Neck Princess Midi Dress – M, 1980s

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From Youthquake pioneer to pattern designer to punk icon, Betsey Johnson has worn as many hats as she has had labels. Despite their name, Johnson’s “punk label” dresses were as feminine—if not more so—than her numerous other labels, but still had her signature flair for the dramatic. Modest and swirling, this example with its 14 ½” foot, bias-cut midi skirt and body-skimming silhouette demonstrates she can design with restraint as skillfully as she can with excess. Reads gray, but actually a black and white micro-stripe. Long-sleeved midi dress with mock turtleneck and dropped shoulders; dropped “U-line” waist seam. Princess seams down front and back of bias cut skirt. Pull-on construction with no closures of any kind; unlined. *Shoulder pads have been removed from dress but will be included with purchase. fabric: cotton/lycra noteworthy: may be gently machine washed in cool water; hang dry or dry clean alterations: invisibly repaired one 2-mm hole in skirt condition: very good - excellent with above repair measurements (taken unstretched): mock turtleneck: 2 ½” tall neckline circumference: 17” shoulders: 17” sleeve length: 23” from shoulder, 20” from underarm sleeve circumference: 12 ½” at upper arm, 7” at wrist bust: 35” waist: 27” hips: free length: 49” from natural shoulder, 41” from underarm sweep: 174 ½” label: Betsey Johnson (Punk Label) size: vintage size L (10-12); comparable to modern size medium
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    Marked Size: vtg 10-12; compare to size M (US)Bust: 35 in (88.9 cm)Waist: 27 in (68.58 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 49 in (124.46 cm)
  • Style:
    Midi Dress (In the Style Of)
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  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Altered (not by designer). Very good - excellent condition with one invisible 2-mm hole repair in skirt.
  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0226.22.0011stDibs: LU864316874892
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