Measurements

Size: Extra Small - Small

Plenty of stretch but somewhere between these sizes would be the best fit

Gown

Bust: 32 - 36 inches + 81 -91 cm

Waist: 24 - 26 inches + 61-66 cm

Hips: 32 - 36 inches + 81 -91 cm

Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder: 16 inches + 41 cm

Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 60 inches + 150 cm

Hem Length : none

Zipper Length: none

Seam Allowance: 0.5 inches + 1.25 cm (per side)

Bolero

Bust: 32 - 36 inches + 81 -91 cm

Waist: 24 - 26 inches + 61-66 cm

Length from Outside Shoulder to Longest Point: 36 inches + 91 cm

Note: Measurements are taken from outside, flat and stretched from seam to seam. This is the maximum size allowable, so please consider individual fit and comfort.

Description

* 1930s pink cotton lace gown

* Fabric design features a floral and scroll print

* Classic silhouette with a fitted waist and figure hugging skirt

* Bodice is sleeveless with a V-shaped neckline and shelf bust

* Low U-shaped back

* Matching bolero with deep frill neckline and peplum hemline

* Skirt is tailored to flair below the knees

* No opening just slips overhead

* Unlined, raw seams with hand-finished hem

* Unlabelled but looks commercially made

Condition

Excellent.

No notable flaws that I can see, it is in fabulous condition for its age.

Please note that these are vintage items that have been used and loved over the years, As such, they may display slight evidence of their age. Any notable flaws above and beyond this will be highlighted here.

Comment

Such a beautiful dress in a lovely, soft ballet pink colour. The silhouette is tailored to flatter the figure with its soft, flowing lines. Something I could see the famous blonde bombshell of the 1930s - Jean Harlow - wearing, it's so good. .

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Availability
This item is within our selling stock. In the unlikely event that two buyers purchase this item concurrently, payment will be immediately refunded to the latter purchaser. We apologise in advance should this rare circumstance arise.

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LayBys/Layaways
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Alterations
Obviously, as these are one-off pieces, the fit may not be quite what you need. To this end, we also offer an alteration service by professional seamstresses. Please shoot us an email outlining what you want and we will quickly respond with a quote and timeframe. Costs are kept to a minimum for this service.

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Photography
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