Late 60s Metallic Organza and Shantung Gown
The bodice is fabricated in a diaphanous raspberry colored synthetic organza, likely nylon or poly, with a metallic gold flower pattern.
The skirt portion is fabricated in a raspberry colored silk shantung
Bodice and skirt are fully lined in rayon lining with the exception of the sleeves.
High neck shirred at center front
Voluminous sleeves with gathered sleeve cap fastens at the wrist with two snaps.
Fully silk shantung skirt gathered into the waist seam.
Fastens down the back with a Talon metal toothed zipper, starting halfway down the back and extending to the skirt, and a hook and eye at the neck.
***1” blind hem
Original cording self belt
Maker: Unknown. No labels. According to the previous owner this dress came with a note stating that it was worn in 1969 to a debutante Ball held at Brown Palace in Denver by Ann Love, the wife of Governor John Arthur Love (36th Governor of Colorado from ‘63-73), Unfortunately I was unable to find a photo of her in this dress. (The included photo is at the 1968 Ball. and is just for general ref. Ann is on the far left)
Condition: Very good. ***Please note there is damage at the inside of the fold to the hem, not visible when worn, but the hem can not be let down to a longer length. See photos. hand soaked in a gentle detergent and line dried, arrives clean and ready to wear.
Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.
Size: looks to best suit a modern S/M Please use measurements below.
Neck: 14”
Shoulder: 15” (a little extra room for the shoulder to extend into the sleeve cap)
Bust: 37”
Waist: 28”
Hips: full
Sweep: 96”
Length from Shoulder to Waist seam: 17”
Length from Waist seam to Hem: 39 1/4”
Sleeve length: 18.5” underarm 25” overarm
bicep: 16”
Sleeve Cuff Opening: 8”
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on model
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