Late 1970s Gentilesse Blue Silk Chiffon Floral Dress

Dates to the late 70s to early 80s

Fabricated in a diaphanous floral printed blue chiffon with a subtle jacquard pattern

Comes with a matching poly slip

Feminine ruffle along the neck

Full length sleeves with baby hem

Comfy elastic waist

Single needle baby hem

Original ribbon included

Maker: Gentillesse. Designed by Diane Dickinson, known in the 70s and 80s for designing romantic dresses using original prints on European imported chiffons. Her dresses would come with a matching slip and a satin ribbon belt.

Union Label: Red, white and blue AFL-CIO

Condition: very good.  Please note that smell of sage or a sage like perfume from the previous owner still lingers. See photos. Freshly hand soaked 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.

Vintage Size: Medium. looks to best suit a modern S/M. Please use measurements below.

Shoulder: No defined shoulder seam

Bust: 42”

Waist: 26.5” easily stretches to 38”

Hips: 52”

Sweep: 52”

Length: 16.5” from shoulder to waist

Length: 49” from shoulder to hem

Sleeve Length: about 27 1/4” from center back, over arm to wrist (no defined armhole seam)

Bicep: 18”

Wrist: 8.5”

Slip: 42” Bust, 42” waist, 48” sweep

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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