Late 1970s Ruben Panis Silk Floral Handkerchief Hem Dress, XS/S

Dates to the late 1970s to early 80s

Fabricated in a black silk chiffon with a jacquard stripe and a vibrant printed floral pattern

Lined in a 3 layer black silk chiffon spaghetti strap slip attached at the waist seam

Fastens with a YKK coil zipper down center back of the slip and a hook and eye at the top

Fastens with silk covered snaps down the center back of the top layer and hooks and eyes at the top

Handkerchief hem

Maker: Ruben Panis

Condition: Very good. Presents beautifully, but i did spot two discreet repairs, one to the shoulder and one to one of the points of the handkerchief hem. Due to the nature of the print, I only spotted them when taking measurements. See photos. Freshly dry cleaned, 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. Please use measurements below.

Dress

Shoulder: No defined shoulder seam

Bust: 37”

Waist: 27”

Hips: full

Sweep: 228”

Length from Shoulder to Waist seam: 14.5” to bottom waist seam

Length from Waist seam to Hem: 41”

Sleeve length: 25” overarm from center back to wrist. (no defined shoulder seam or armhole)

bicep: 14”

Sleeve Cuff Opening: 9.5”

Slip

Bust: 35”

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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