Large 1940s Black Strapless Slip with Sheer Navy Lace Bustline - Size 12 Halter Full Slip - Medium 40s Pin-Up Girl Burlesque - Bust to 40

$ 99.99

This unusual 1940s full slip is a special find, with a ribbon halter tie, sheer stretch lace bustline, and mid-40s silhouette with light ruffles at the sides waist. It's a gentle hourglass design with a soft A-line flare to the skirt, lightly elasticized to back bodice. The halter ties could be worn as shown, or tucked in to convert to strapless. So beautiful from World War II era, originally a slip, potentially a dress today if worn with an opaque under-layer.

Ladies' Size
10 to 12

Measurements
Bust 34 to 40, Waist 28 to 33, Hip 42; Front Bust Edge to Waist 11.5, Front Bust Edge to Hem 54 Inches

Era
1940s

Label
'' Truzette / OF CALIFORNIA / REG. / A WANDA LEWIS ORIGINAL / DRESS SIZE 13/14 " at side seam

Materials
Black acetate jersey knit in a semi-opaque weight, matte navy blue stretch lace (probably cotton & rayon blend), black synthetic satin ribbon

Closure
Center back bodice shirring is elasticized, satin ribbon halter ties at center back

Condition
Excellent

Condition Detail
Barely worn and in lovely condition, the ends of the ribbon ties have normal fray, the elasticized back panel is still stretchy but probably not as snappy as new, the lower front skirt has 3-4 tiny slightly lighter specks that are hard to notice

Washing Instructions
Warm hand wash, shape and dry flat, store folded

Please note: Measurements (at bust - waist - hip) are the maximum body measurements that will fit the item. These measurements already have ease subtracted and they are not actual fabric widths. To get actual fabric widths add two inches at the bust - one inch at the waist and two inches at the hip.

Size listed is a modern size. Any available vintage size is noted in the Label description. Please remember vintage sizes and modern sizes can vary a great deal.

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