Vintage raw silk and velvet dress. Featuring dramatic puff sleeves, fitted bodice, skirt gathered under the waistline with one pocket. Fastens with statement jewel buttons on the bodice. The bodice and sleeves are lined. Made from soft and flowy raw silk fabric and thick soft velvet. Black bodice with rainbow checked skirt and sleeves in the shades of green, red and blue.
The dress was too tight under the waist on the mannequin so the fabric was not hugging the bodice properly.
Fabric: assuming raw silk and cotton
Brand: Helene Strasser
Very good vintage condition
The modern size is recommendation only, please refer to measurements.
Recommended for size UK 4 / XS - bust size 6 - small 8 / S (size 40 on the label). Mannequin is size UK 6.
Approx. measurements (taken laid flat and doubled when applicable):
Bust: 33.5" / 85cm
Waist: 24" / 61m
Shoulders: 16" / 40cm
Inner sleeve: 8.5" / 21cm
Length: 51.5"/ 130cm
Please keep in mind that vintage items are not new and some signs of wear are expected. Any faults which are not classed as usual vintage wear will be listed.