{"product_id":"mermaid-blue-silk-vintage-1930s-silk-lace-gown-uk-8-us-4","title":"\"Mermaid Blue Silk\" Vintage 1930's Silk \u0026 Lace Gown UK 8 US 4","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis elegant 1930's gown, rendered in the most incredible shades of mermaid blue silk, set off by cream and taupe floral lace accents,  is just the piece to welcome to your lingerie collection. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe soft V shaped neckline is framed by a border of softly scalloped floral lace, which triangulates outwards along each yoke, setting off the delicate smocking stitches which sit nestled beneath the lace panel. The simple shoulder line, sets off the short capped sleeves, which gather in soft pleats beneath smocking stitches along each shoulder seam. The sleeves and armholes are edged with a border of cream and taupe lace. The bodice, is accented by soft pleats which radiate across the bust-line from the smocking stitches positioned above, and join the base smocking stitches below the bust. The pleats along the top of the bodice are framed by trailing floral lace appliqués. The waistline is drawn in along the back with matching silk ties, which fasten in a simple bow.  Finished with a bias cut along the length of the skirt line, which accents the central vent framed by lace along the front of the hemline, and a rectangular shaped backline edged with lace, this gown skims the silhouette whilst showcasing the iconic design of the era. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLabel: Graysons Gold Seal Lingerie \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements of the Nightdress\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArmpit to Armpit:  34 inches \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShoulder to Hem: 56.5 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHips:from 30 inches up to 38 inches ( cut on the bias )\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist: from 26 inches up to 30 inches( this is cut on the bias ) ( this can be drawn in with the silk ties)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder to Shoulder: 14 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder to End of Sleeve: 3.7 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: UK 8 US 4 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosures: None\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: This gown is in near perfect vintage condition, with a very gentle and faint age mark along the front lower part of the skirt-line. Please refer to the photographs, as they form part of the condition \u003c\/span\u003ereport. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWashing instructions: This garment can be hand washed in cool water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabric: Silk, Lace\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Willow Hilson Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56323752919419,"sku":null,"price":629.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2463\/2299\/files\/Screenshot2026-07-04at15.54.11.png?v=1783198600","url":"https:\/\/willowhilson.com\/products\/mermaid-blue-silk-vintage-1930s-silk-lace-gown-uk-8-us-4","provider":"Willow Hilson Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}