Size 8 Sun Dress - Domitilla 1960s Resort Gown - Haute Quality 60s Maxi Ankle - Morning Glories Silk Jersey Knit - Italian Label - Bust 33.5
$ 249.99
Exquisitely made silk jersey dress from Domitilla, a rare label in the finest fabrics. This resort style dress has a plunge V-neck with a ring at the bustline, Empire bodice and gathers to the maxi-length skirt. The fabric is sumptuous in vivid morning glory print with tropical leaves, carefully hand-finished by Italian craftspeople. Fully lined in fine silk faille.
Ladies' Size
8 to 9
Measurements
Bust 35, Raised Waist 29, Hip up to 52; Shoulder to Raised Waist 11.25, Shoulder to Hem 54.25 Inches
Era
1960s
Label
" MADE IN ITALY / EXPRESSLY / FOR / VENEZIANO / 819 MADISON AVE NEW YORK " and " 100% SILK / MADE IN ITALY " with vintage size 8 at back neck
Materials
Morning glory flowers, flourishes and tropical leaves on white pure silk jersey knit printed in grape purple, bright chartreuse, turquoise blue and black; white silk faille lining
Closure
Side seam metal zipper
Condition
Excellent
Condition Detail
Very nice overall, the under arms have a scant tinge of tanning just adjacent to the lowest curve of the armhole, a barely perceptible trace of same to left neckline that is probably a remaining hint of make-up, has been minimized to the point it's hard to find at all; the back bodice has a single pinpoint hole high at right shoulder and a few very shallow picks to lower bodice, also 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 let us know if you have any questions!
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Ladies' Size
8 to 9
Measurements
Bust 35, Raised Waist 29, Hip up to 52; Shoulder to Raised Waist 11.25, Shoulder to Hem 54.25 Inches
Era
1960s
Label
" MADE IN ITALY / EXPRESSLY / FOR / VENEZIANO / 819 MADISON AVE NEW YORK " and " 100% SILK / MADE IN ITALY " with vintage size 8 at back neck
Materials
Morning glory flowers, flourishes and tropical leaves on white pure silk jersey knit printed in grape purple, bright chartreuse, turquoise blue and black; white silk faille lining
Closure
Side seam metal zipper
Condition
Excellent
Condition Detail
Very nice overall, the under arms have a scant tinge of tanning just adjacent to the lowest curve of the armhole, a barely perceptible trace of same to left neckline that is probably a remaining hint of make-up, has been minimized to the point it's hard to find at all; the back bodice has a single pinpoint hole high at right shoulder and a few very shallow picks to lower bodice, also 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 let us know if you have any questions!
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