This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Virginia.
50s To 60s Lace and Silk Chiffon Drape Front Dress$168.00
There’s a hand-stitched label with handwritten 1960
The bodice is fabricated in an ivory-colored chemical lace and lined in a net for stability
High neck in the front with a deep V-cut in the back
Ivory colored rayon crepe bodice tacked to the lace
Fastens with a metal toothed Conmatic zipper down center back with a hook and thread loop at the top
Gathered cumberbund style belt at waist fastens with hooks and thread loops at center back
The skirt is done in a gorgeous fuchsia silk chiffon and fully lined in crepe de chine.
Gorgeous gathered drape down center front
2 3/4” blind hem, clean-finished with hem tape.
Maker: Unknown
Condition: Very Good. The bodice needed to be soaked, There is color bleed to the underbodice and lining that does not show when worn.
Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to ensure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.
Looks to best suit a Tall modern XS/small, but please use measurements below. (See bodice length specifically)
Shoulders: 15. 5”
Bust: 38"
Waist: 25. 5”
Hips: 36”
Sweep: 39” with an 8. 5” slit up the center back
Length from Shoulder to Waist: 17”
Length from Shoulder to Hem: 44. 5"
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25. 5” waist, and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on the model, Is too long through the bodice.
This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Virginia.
Color: Pink, red & white
Material: Lace, silk & rayon