Size 2 Orange & Black Cut Velvet Evening Gown by Countess Alexander - Designer - Paisley Formal Dress - Long Sleeved - Bust 34 - 31637
$ 139.99
Very sophisticated from a high-end label of the 1960s! This evening dress has a jewel neckline with an illusion yoke and a sweetheart seam to the bodice lining. Has a fitted waist seam with a self belt, and a svelte wrap skirt with a self ruffled flounce from left waist to the curved front hem. Countess Alexander was based in New York until 1972; they dressed the gentry including two First Ladies during their most prominent years.
Ladies' Size
2 to 3
Measurements
Bust 34, Waist 26, Hip 34; Shoulder to Waist 16, Shoulder to Hem 55.5 Inches
Era
1960s
Label
' Countess Alexander / NEW YORK ' at inside waist; of couture quality with hand-finishing
Materials
Black silk chiffon with a bold pattern of black and orange sorbet paisley-like teardrops in luxurious cut velvet, black synthetic faille lining and black silk chiffon interlining
Closure
Center back synthetic zipper with zippered wrists
Condition
Excellent
Condition Detail
Overall pristine, looks unworn, the upper front skirt has a subtle patch to one teardrop, this is hard to see in the cut velvet and hard to notice
Washing Instructions
Dry clean in a net bag
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.
Additional photos are often available - please message us and we'll be glad to reply.
Please let us know if you have any questions!
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Ladies' Size
2 to 3
Measurements
Bust 34, Waist 26, Hip 34; Shoulder to Waist 16, Shoulder to Hem 55.5 Inches
Era
1960s
Label
' Countess Alexander / NEW YORK ' at inside waist; of couture quality with hand-finishing
Materials
Black silk chiffon with a bold pattern of black and orange sorbet paisley-like teardrops in luxurious cut velvet, black synthetic faille lining and black silk chiffon interlining
Closure
Center back synthetic zipper with zippered wrists
Condition
Excellent
Condition Detail
Overall pristine, looks unworn, the upper front skirt has a subtle patch to one teardrop, this is hard to see in the cut velvet and hard to notice
Washing Instructions
Dry clean in a net bag
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.
Additional photos are often available - please message us and we'll be glad to reply.
Please let us know if you have any questions!
Shop thousands of vintage clothes in one place with VintageVixen!