Size 14 Black 1930s Dress - Large Authentic 30s Bias Cut Evening Gown - Metallic Gold Plisse Polka Dot Crepe - Ankle Length Formal - Bust 41
$ 179.99
Authentic 1930s black evening dress in a realistic size & classic mid 30s silhouette, beautiful and graceful in a flowing bias-cut. This formal gown has a V-neck with an arched waist, and a many-buttoned row at center back bodice. It's a gentle fit with bias cut skirt, and original self buckle-front belt is included.
Ladies' Size
14 to 15
Measurements
Bust 41, Waist 34 to 36, Hip 45; Shoulder to Waist 15.5 (at belt loops), Shoulder to Hem 56 Inches
Era
1930s
Label
None, likely factory made, has a single hand-sewn notch for the belt at its tail end, this may have been added later
Materials
Black rayon crepe in a plisse` puckered pattern with a tiny metallic gold dot at the center of each oval "polka dot" pucker, this is a fluid, slightly rustling fabric in opaque light weight
Closure
None needed, wiggle in
Condition
Excellent
Condition Detail
Beautiful overall, the belt has a hand-sewn notch as noted above, this notch is a bit large (would fit a 38" waist) and may need another notch added depending on wearer's measurements
Washing Instructions
Dry clean by a vintage clothing specialist
Please note: All measurements (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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