This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Virginia.
60s Op Art Cape Dress$148.00
Fabricated in silk shantung with a crinkle chiffon cape in the same black and white abstract/op art print
Armholes done in a contrasting black silk shantung, which reappears on the bow at center back
Fully flat lined in cotton
Neck and armhole facings are in black synthetic lining
Fastens with a metal toothed Treno brand zipper down center back.
(Bow snaps in place over the zipper)
Blind hem, clean finished with hem tape
Maker: Unknown. No maker label present, but there is a size and union label.
Union Label: 1963-74 AFL-CIO ILGWU blue label
Condition: Very Good. There are a few very small and very subtle marks on the bust that did not lift. There is one small repair to the chiffon, just above the hem and a few tiny pinholes. Presents beautifully. See photos. Freshly dry cleaned, arrives clean and ready to wear.
Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.
Vintage size: 9, this is not modern sizing, please use measurements below.
Looks to best suit a modern S/M, please use measurements below. There is no stretch to this fabric.
Shoulders: 15.5” (edge to edge)
Bust: 36"
Waist: 29”
Hip: 38”
Sweep: 39”
Length from Shoulder to Hem: 34 1/4"”
Hem: 2.5”
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on model
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Virginia.
Color: Black & white
Material: Silk