Vintage 1960s Folkloric Floral Print Silk Gown

This vintage silk gown is printed with a distinct folkloric floral pattern— I love that it can be dressed up for evening, but could also be dressed down and worn somewhat more casually/during the daytime. It was custom-made in the late 1960s for a socialite of European nobility, who was prominent in both New York and European circles, and had an important collection of fashion and jewelry; the dress is completely one-of-a-kind, and complete with many hand-finished details, like a true work of couture. The fabric is a lightweight silk georgette with a sheerness to it; it's fully lined. With a waist seam at the underbust, the waist is fitted through the natural waist with shaping seams, giving that hourglass "snatched" look. I love the look of the wide scoop neckline, which shows a bit of décolletage in an otherwise-covered look. Bell sleeves lend that late 60s/early 70s feeling. The bottom panel of the skirt is a separate piece, which makes it easy to take length of the skirt if needed, without interrupting the gorgeous print... so thoughtfully designed! This dress is bra-friendly; it has "bra-holder" straps at the shoulder, which snap to hold a bra strap in place, so that it's not slipping out/becoming visible at the neckline. This is just one of many thoughtful construction elements that make this dress so luxurious and special— there are also protectors at the underarm's interior to prevent discoloration from perspiration. It closes with a zipper down the back.

Measurements: Note that there is excess fabric inside the dress that make it very easy to let out and make larger. Likewise, it could be very easily taken in using these same existing seams. As-is, it will fit up to a size Medium, though it could be let out to fit up to a size Large or possibly larger; please refer to below measurements to be sure. It is shown clipped on a size X-Small to simulate proper fit.

Shoulders: 16" laid flat
Chest: 37" laid flat, up to 41.5" considering all the gathering at the chest (this is designed to be worn with a bra, can also be taken in easily)
Empire Waist/Underbust: 31" laid flat, up to 31.5" pulled taut
Waist: 28" laid flat, up to 28.5" pulled taut
Hips: up to 39.5"
Length:  57" from shoulder to hem (*The bottom panel of the skirt is a separate piece, which makes it easy to take length of the skirt if needed, without interrupting the gorgeous print.)

Great vintage condition. With any questions about the specific condition or size, please email shop@verybreezy.com for additional photos or measurements, as all sales are final.

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