Vintage 1980s Ball Gown - STUNNINGLY GORGEOUS Oscar de la Renta Designer Silk + Velvet Dress Size S to M

♛Details

Oscar de la Renta 1980s autumnal ball gown of velvet and silk brocade, so intricate & beautifully made…the queen! Lush chocolate velvet bodice pairs with golden lame rose lace and a sweeping brocade skirt, double-layered in silk for extra structure and swish.

Impeccable construction and quality, this is a heavy and substantial piece!

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•Fabric(s): velvet, brocade, lame lace, silk

•Closures: rear zipper, hooks/eyes, cuff zippers, hidden snaps

•Designer/Labels: Oscar de la Renta, made in the USA

Any accessories/props are not included unless mentioned.

♛Measurements

Fits about a modern S to M; please allow room for the fit/ease you prefer

Bust (underarm area measured flat, then doubled) to about 36"/37"

Waist about 26"/maybe a tight 27"

Hips full

Shoulder to waist seam about 16 1/2"

Shoulder to hem about 53 1/2"

Shoulders seam to seam about 16"

Sleeves about 23 1/2" 

♛Condition

Great vintage shape. Clean and unfaded, looks rarely or barely worn. 40+ years old.

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