Vintage 1940s Evening Dress - Volup! A REAL BEAUTY QUEEN's Midnight Blue Sheer Gown w Flame Bust + Taffeta Slip Size L to XL
♛Details
This two-piece dress set comes from the estate of a woman who bought it to enter a beauty pageant...she said it was the nicest dress she ever owned. You can be the second person to rock this gorgeous gown!
Sheer slinky chiffon with shoulder pads, flame-tipped accents of lace creating a sweetheart neckline effect and making a delectable V over your bust, a generous scatter of sparkling prong-set rhinestones.
Dress was worn layered over its matching taffeta slip, but of course can be worn with contrasting slips and underthings for a different look.
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•Fabric(s): chiffon, taffeta, lace
•Closures: side metal zipper, rear hook/eye, side snaps
•Designer/Labels: no
All accessories (belts, jewelry, crinolines, pins, etc.) are for style inspiration only unless indicated.
♛Measurements
Fits about a modern L to XL; please allow room for the fit/ease you prefer
Bust (underarm area measured flat, then doubled) to about 44"
Waist about 34"/tight 35"
Hips full/about 58"
Shoulder to waist seam about 17 3/4"
Shoulder to hem about 57"
Shoulders - no seams but 17" edge to edge of shoulder pads, approximately
Sleeves - cap
Armhole opening circumference about 17"
(Do let me know if you need specific measurements on the slip; if you fit the dress, you should fit it, too.)
♛Condition
Overall great vintage shape. Cleaned and freshened, unfaded. 75+ years old.
The rear waist seam of the sheer dress was closed at some point. Sturdy as it is, but could be redone to be invisible, if important to you. See photo.
A group of small holes/pinholes down low on the skirt near center seam, taken into account with pricing. There's lots (and lots) of sweep and volume to this skirt and these tiny imperfections aren't noticed during wear, especially layered over the solid slip. See photo.
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Return & Refund Policy
Return & Refund Policy
Vintage is sold as-is and all sales are final. All vintage garments will show signs of previous wear and use, including deadstock and unworn pieces. We take extra care to note and/or photograph any imperfections we find. You can read our thousands of happy reviews on Etsy and eBay for an idea of the quality and high standards we strive to keep.
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Shipping
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