OPULENT 1940's VINTAGE COCKTAIL DRESS WITH ERMINE TRIM!
1940's vintage cocktail dress with ERMINE trim. Black rayon crepe. 16 lush ermine tails. Jewel neckline. Button front bodice, with self covered buttons. Bodice softly gathered into yoke and waist. Long tapered sleeves with snap closure. Original shoulder pads fit into sleeve cap. Slim cut skirt. Self belt with self covered buckle. Ermine tails always imply royalty... a unique & regal frock indeed!
Label:
CURRY'S, Chicago
Approximate measurements:
Bust - 38"
Shoulder, measured from seam to seam across back - 15"
Waist - 28"
Hip - 39"
Bodice back length, measured from neckline seam to hem edge - 16 1/2"
Skirt length, measured from waist seam to hem edge - 27 1/2"
Hem - Turn-up
Belt - 31" long, 3/4" wide
Condition:
Near excellent condition. Shows a few tiny professional weave repairs, hard to detect. The dress shows very minor wear from general use. Skirt seams have been let out, detected by holding up to light. The belt shows some fraying.
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