From the 1930s, a dress and tie-front bolero set in pale blue silk.

• Dress has lace upper bodiceandcap sleeves, multiple rows of strategically placed, oh-so-flattering stitching typical of art deco era frocks, closes at side with snapsplus a hook&eye at the waist
• Self-fabric belt with rhinestone buckle fits through thread loops
• Matching tie-front bolero has bat wing sleeves and soft, integral lapels
• Very sheer -- you'll need something underneath (our bright blue 50s slip shown underneath is not included, but any full slip or a cami slip combo will work)

Labels: none - appears to be home sewn withskill and plenty of hand stitching

Fiber/Care: no tags, all silk / can be gently hand or machine washed (cold water, use a bag, remove the buckle before laundering the belt!), flat dry, then steam

Condition: color shift and fading throughout, underarm darkening, a few spots, and a few teeny tiny holes.still strong and wearable, although we advise using caution and treating it delicately. the dress could definitely be dyed any darker hue, but would be fine to wear as is if you're not a perfectionist. there are some stones missing from the belt buckle, but the main, large one is there. presents nicely. pricereflects imperfections.

*This dress, jacket, and matching belt set is freshly laundered and is ready to wear.*

THE BLUE 1950s SLIP SHOWN BENEATH THE DRESS IN THE PHOTOS IS NOT INCLUDED. ANY FULL SLIP OR CAMI/SLIP COMBO WILL WORK FOR MODESTY.

Garment Measurements:
* There's some give to the chiffon, but you will not want to wrestle yourself into this one, soyourbody measurements, in whatever undergarments you plan to wear, should be at least a bit smaller thanthe dress. *
DRESS -
shoulders: 15"/38cm
bust: 32"/81.25cm
bodice length: 15"/38cm
waist: 26"/66cm
hip (at lowest point ofstitched detail): 36"/91.5cm
length (no allowance): 45"/114cm
hem sweep: 84"/213.25cm
BELT -
1.75"/4.5cm wide x 32"/81.25cm long
BOLERO -
length: 16"/40.5cm

Our items are not newly manufactured "vintage style" pieces. They are true vintage, at least 30 years old.Please read condition report provided above.

Notes: International customers are responsible for any taxes or import fees.