wounded bird

matte satin

high neck

lace bodice

lace flounce over hips- 4 appliqués of sequins over both hips- lace panel in center front and full lace train

oversized back satin bow- snaps into place 17" x ~11"

satin sleeves with lace at wrist- overhang onto hands- 5 button/loops to close

35 back satin covered buttons/ loop- heavy snap at neck

below natural waist -waistline drops slightly in center front

dress is a matte acetate satin on outer layer with cotton lace

under layer of soft tulle

bottom layer is an acetate high sheen satin

size unknown -please see measurements for most accurate sizing

Flat Measurements

14 " shoulders

~18" under arm back

~20" front bust pit to pit

14" waist

full hips

25 1/2" sleeve- hand overhang

17" under arm sleeve

1 1/2" high collar

~15" collar

15 1/2" base of collar at neck to drop waist center front

13 1/2" base of collar to natural waist

44" natural waist to hemline center front

42" waist point to hem center front

15" neck to natural waist center back

17" neck base of collar to drop waist center back

54" drop waist to hem of train center back

~71 1/2" center back length neck below collar to train hem

noted- there is damage to this piece-please look at photos closely- front upper bodice lace torn- also lace on both shoulders and right side near side seam bust area- back of bodice- lace is torn in 2 areas- one near left arm pit and other near waist right side. Lace panels and flounce appear to be in good condition with no noted tears- there is lower staining. Side panels of matte satin are marked- may come out with proper treatment. under layer of satin is stained at bottom same area as lace. Lots of fabric to repurpose if desired

This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Chalfont, Pennsylvania.