Rendered in the most sumptuous shade of cream silk satin and embellished with silver, clear and green glass beads, accented by silver claw set rhinestones, this original 1930's evening gown is a rare piece to behold.
The elegant rounded neckline is framed by medium width shoulder straps, embellished with geometrical bead and rhinestone patterns. The sleeveless cut frames the line of the fitted bodice, which is accented by double darts along either side of the bust-line and seams which run along either side of the front of the bodice. The fitted waistline is set off by tailored darts along the base each side seam, which draw the eye to the geometrical panels along the base of the waist-line and along the hipline area, where the bias cut begins. The Art deco panels, accent the fitted bias cut, which skims the silhouette and gently flares along the hemline. The back of the dress features a decorative cross over backline, which is embellished with glass beadwork and rhinestones, and joins either side of the base of the shoulder straps above a scooped rounded backing. The back of the bodice features matching seams along either side, which draw the eye to the geometrical cut panels that matching those along the front of the gown. The hemline if the dress is cut in a circle, which drapes longer along the centre front and centre back of the hemline, completing this gown in a truly mesmerising and iconic 1930's silhouette. This dress is lined internally with a nude mesh like fabric. I believe that this has been added to the dress at some point in its lifetime.
Label: None
Measurements of the Dress
Armpit to Armpit: up to 36 inches
Shoulder to Hem: 61.5 inches ( this gown is cut on the bias so the fabric will raise naturally depending on your silhouette )
Waist: 28 inches
Hips: 38 inches ( cut on the bias)
Size: UK 10 US 6
Closures: The dress fastens along the side seam with 6 press studs.
Condition: The dress is in good but not perfect vintage condition. Very faint colour variation along either side of the armpits. An extremely faint age mark along the front right hand side of the bust-line. A faint scattering of gentle age marks along the left hand side of the hipline, positioned just below the pointed seam panel and another small one located a few inches lower. A few very light and gentle scattered age marks along the hemline. Two small pin holes along the bottom left hand side of the skirt-line, and one along the centre back of the skirt line A few small pin sized age marks along the lower are of the skirt line. These minor blemishes are not overly apparent when the dress is being worn and only noticeable upon close inspection. Please refer to the photographs as they form part of the condition report. This dress has been priced accordingly.
Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned
Fabric:hammered silk, synthetic lining, glass beads, glass claw set rhinestones.
Vintage garments have been previously worn and lovingly cared for, they may however have a blemish or two. Here at Willow Hilson, we try our very best to note all the details of each garment, although we may sometimes overlook things, which we do apologise for. Please do not expect perfection, unless stated so.
Please make sure you check all the measurements of the garment before purchasing. Vintage garment sizes are not the same as those of today. To ensure the best fit, we suggest you measure your favourite similar style garment and compare it to the measurements we have listed.
