Size 6 Film Noir Cocktail - 1940s WWII Era Black Dinner Dress with Sexy Brass Chain Plunge Neckline - 40s Crepe with Peplum - Bust 34.5

$ 175.00

A 1940s black dinner dress in World War II era elegance! This dolman-sleeved 40s cocktail has a plunge neckline with brass chainlink strands in sexy decolletage. It has shoulder pads, a fitted waist seam, and a notch-front peplum with shirring at top. The A-line skirt is simple and classic with no kick pleats.

Ladies' Size
6

Measurements
Bust 34.5, Waist 28, Hip 36; Neck to Waist 17.25, Neck to Hem 44.5 Inches

Era
1940s

Label
None, factory made

Materials
Black rayon crepe, brass chain

Closure
Side seam metal zipper, functional brass clip at top neckline chain

Condition
Excellent

Condition Detail
Lovely, has belt loops but no belt, the right shoulder has a single tiny repaired hole at front and one at back, the color of the crepe is slightly soft/gray, likely due to age but hard to perceive

Washing Instructions
Dry clean

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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