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Vintage 1940s Gloria DeHaven Old Hollywood Celebrity Purple Silk Halter Playsuit
About the Item
Gloria DeHaven began her career as a child actor with a big part in Charlie Chaplin's 1936 film Modern Times. Years later she was signed to MGM, appearing in such films as Best Foot Forward, The Thin Man Goes Home and Summer Stock. In 1944 she was voted by exhibitors to be the star of tomorrow! Here is a rare opportunity to own a seductive two-piece ensemble from one of her MGM performances. This rich violet-purple playsuit is cut in that classic pin-up bombshell style, all curves and sexiness. The blouse is a low-cut plunge halter with an ivory pique-cotton collar. I love the matching high-waist shorts. This Old Hollywood historical ensemble is for the woman who wants to be noticed.
Measurements
Blouse
Bust: 32-33 inches
Waist: 25 inches
Total Length: 27 inches
Shorts
Waist: 24 inches
Hips: 35 inches
Total Length: 15 inches
This Gloria DeHaven worn playsuit is in excellent wearable condition. All couture hand-stitching and inner corset boning. Perfectly working hook/eye closures and metal-zipper. Only signs of age is darkening to the ivory cotton-pique which can be restored and some small holes to the purple silk. Please message for detailed pictures. Highly wearable and an investment piece that will continue to increase in value.
- Dimensions:Bust: 32 in (81.28 cm)Waist: 24 in (60.96 cm)Hip: 35 in (88.9 cm)
- Style:1940s (Of the Period)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Material Notes:Silk, Cotton-Pique, Boning
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Beverly Hills, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU309709332
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