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Extraordinary 1940s Dusky Pink Silk Draped Skirts Halter Dress w Crinoline
Extraordinary 1940s Dusky Pink Silk Draped Skirts Halter Dress w Crinoline
Extraordinary 1940s Dusky Pink Silk Draped Skirts Halter Dress w Crinoline
Extraordinary 1940s Dusky Pink Silk Draped Skirts Halter Dress w Crinoline
Extraordinary 1940s Dusky Pink Silk Draped Skirts Halter Dress w Crinoline
Extraordinary 1940s Dusky Pink Silk Draped Skirts Halter Dress w Crinoline
Extraordinary 1940s Dusky Pink Silk Draped Skirts Halter Dress w Crinoline
Extraordinary 1940s Dusky Pink Silk Draped Skirts Halter Dress w Crinoline
Extraordinary 1940s Dusky Pink Silk Draped Skirts Halter Dress w Crinoline
Extraordinary 1940s Dusky Pink Silk Draped Skirts Halter Dress w Crinoline
Extraordinary 1940s Dusky Pink Silk Draped Skirts Halter Dress w Crinoline
Extraordinary 1940s Dusky Pink Silk Draped Skirts Halter Dress w Crinoline

Extraordinary 1940s Dusky Pink Silk Draped Skirts Halter Dress w Crinoline

This dress is very beautiful and it is so rare to find such a fine example of the work that was being done in this time period. It really is one of the most phenomenal dresses I have ever had and the workmanship is exquisite.

It is constructed from yards and yards of pink woven silk that has an almost iridescent finish to it. There is also a gorgeous floral pattern woven through the silk that is just breathtaking. It is wonderful example of the high end fabrics that was being produced during this period. The dress has no identifying label but the care and meticulous construction tell me that it is definitely a high end piece. There are lots of couture level finishes on this one. The cut is pure Old Hollywood. The bodice is gathered all the way down the center front to the waist. Above that, it is flat pleated into a deep V and it then extends into wide straps that curve up and over the shoulders. The straps thin out as they run down the back. I love how at the back they are set on a slight inwards angle rather then just being set in a straight line down from the shoulder. The dress cinches in at the waist and this tops an expansive, full skirt that is made from yards and yards of the pink silk. The fabric gathers slightly down the front in soft curves, extending the line coming down the middle of the bodice, and the hips pouf out tremendously. The volume through the skirt is achieved both by the stiffened netted crinoline underskirt that comes with it and by the squaring off of the fabric across the top of the hips. I photoed one shot of the skirt with the draped part pulled outwards for you to see how this was done. On the interior corner of that squared off bit, there is a little weight that is encased in fabric. Once on, the squared off part of the skirt drops back inwards on itself and the weight inside is just enough to hold the shape of the skirt so that you get those wonderful side drapes, but the weights are not heavy enough to take away the volume. Incredible. Everything about this dress is beautiful. The interior is interlined with a black silk organza and there are hand done finishes throughout. This is a testament to gowns made in this time period. Excellent condition

Interlined in a black silk organza. It closes with a back painted metal zipper. Hand work throughout. Weights in the interior of the skirt as described above. The netted crinoline underskirt is separate from the dress and will be shipped with the dress. It closes with hook & eye at the waist and it’s net fabric is stiffened slightly for shape. 

Dress
Bust: 15-17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12-13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: approx 17" from top of shoulder strap to waist
Skirt: 44" from waist to hem

Underskirt
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: 39" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# E662

This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.

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