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1930s silk velvet slashed back peplum gown, size S - M

SKU: 0320.09.009

$1,650.00

$1,650.00

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Though compelling in its simplicity from the front this gown's true power is in the back, where the bodice is slashed into billowing ribbons. Modern minimalism in a 90 year old package.

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Silk velvet sleeveless gown with draped bateau neckline and ruched shoulders.  Gathered bust to inverted V bodice and 3 ¼” full peplum at waist; bias cut skirt.  Back slashed into three thick velvet “ribbons” which blouse thanks to interior bra straps.  Pullover construction with a single snap at left shoulder; unlined.
 
 
fabric: silk velvet
noteworthy: dry clean only
alterations: secured peplum to waist; replaced original bra straps due to shattering  
condition: near mint with light nap misdirection
 
 
measurements:
 
neckline: 10” across
bust:  to 38”
waist:  31 ½”
hips:  44”
bodice length:  18” from shoulder
skirt length:  36 ½”
total length: 54 ½” from shoulder
sweep:  110”
 
 
label:  no label present
size:  no size tag present; appropriate for modern sizes small to medium due to loose bias cut and open back