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1940s Romantic Gothic Black Maxi Dress

About the Item

A gorgeous black silk 1940's maxi dress with an interesting interplay of demure and sexy. It has a small peter pan collar and puff short sleeves. The bodice is semi fitted- plain in the front and rows of small vertical tucks starting at each shoulder in the back. There is a ruched panel with a front drape the length of the full skirt around the hips enhancing them and the derriere. It has a back painted metal zipper and is unlined. Cut on the bias it will fit several sizes and conform to the wearer. Fits size Small, Medium. Bust 37-39" Waist 28-30" Hips 36-39' Sleeves 10" Shoulders 14.50" Length 59"
  • Dimensions:
    Marked Size: S, M (US)Shoulder to Hem: 59 in (149.86 cm)
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  • Seller Location:
    Water Mill, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5119019992
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