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cream gold dress

cream gold dress Vintage 1950's Beaded Embroidered Cream & Pale Pink Satin Strapless Couture Ballgown

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cream gold dress Vintage 1950's Beaded Embroidered Cream & Pale Pink Satin Strapless Couture BallgownID: 1016242 Size: small Condition: very good An absolutely breathtaking and incredibly rare Switzerland couture made for Lord & Taylor cream silk satin strapless full skirted ballgown dating back to the mid 1950's. As you can see, this custom commission was heavily influenced by Christian Dior and Pierre Balmain. Authentic couture fashion examples from this time period are truly coveted and are becoming incredibly hard to find. The fabric used is of

ID: 1016242
Size: small
Condition: very good

 

An absolutely breathtaking and incredibly rare Switzerland couture made for Lord & Taylor cream silk satin strapless full skirted ballgown dating back to the mid 1950's. As you can see, this custom commission was heavily influenced by Christian Dior and Pierre Balmain. Authentic couture fashion examples from this time period are truly coveted and are becoming incredibly hard to find. The fabric used is of the highest quality; mid weight cream silk-satin with a unique pale pink inverted underlay down the front. I absolutely adore the intricate embroidered floral motif embellishments throughout the entire front. Large prong-set rhinestones add such beautiful sparkle. The alluring boned sweetheart strapless showcases a woman's captivating bustline. The fitted nipped-waist gives the garment the most flattering silhouette. This epic gown would make such a stunning bridal or red carpet look.

Measurements
Bust: 32-33 inches (can accommodate a larger cup size)
Waist: 25 inches
Hips: Free Sweep
Length top to waist: 10 inches
Length waist to hem: 41 inches

This 1950's Lord & Taylor custom couture Switzerland made gown is in beautiful condition with no serious damage. Perfectly working center back zipper. Only signs of wear are some missing beadwork, a repair by the back zipper and a little discoloration by the bottom hemline. Please message for detailed pictures. Petticoat added for fullness and not included. A rare wearable investment piece that will only go up in value. 

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