This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage seller in Seattle, WA.
40's Black Puff Sleeve Dress with Rainbow Trim Waistband$219.00
Vintage early mid 1940s Black Puff Sleeve Dress Rainbow Trim Waistband Illusion Neck XS
Wow! Gorgeous dress. Handmade. Some of the stitching particularly around the waistband are crooked but its not terribly noticeable when worn. One small hole in the overlay on the skirt and a small hole near the top of the shoulder The tafetta skirt hem and sleeves have a moire appearance. Rainbow trim around sleeves and waist. Applique at illusion neckline. The bottom trim of the lining skirt peeks out about 3.5" beyond the sheer overlay. I believe the dress was originally made in the late 30s and the sleeves and cummerbund and additional hem fabric were added in the early mid 40s. I'd be glad to send extra photos or answer any questions you may have about this dress.
There is no size tag so please see measurements to ensure a proper fit. Measured flat unstretched.
Armpit to armpit 18.5"
Waist 12-13"
Hips 25.5"
Sleeve 8"
Length 47"
This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage seller in Seattle, WA.