1960s Helena Barbieri Cascading Ruffle Black Chiffon Strapless Dress

Fabricated in diaphanous layers of black silk chiffon

Fully lined in black crepe de chine

Beautifully constructed structured bodice with boning off to the outer sides of the bust and at the side seam opposite the zipper

Metal toothed zipper down side seam with a hook and bar at the top

Grossgrain ribbon inside at the waist fastens with a hook and eye at side seam

a silk satin bow fastens at the side with a hook and bar.

Ruffles cascade down the open side with a gorgeous fluttering movement

3.5” blind hem, clean finished with a rayon hem tape

Maker: Helena Barbieri, Perhaps less remembered than some of her counterparts, Helena Barbieri gowns hung with the likes of Ceil Chapman and Adele Simpson and are every bit as well fabricated and constructed.

Union label: 1963-74 ILGWU

Condition: Excellent. There is the shadow of residue from a rectangular tag or sticker inside at center front. This does not feel sticky or tacky and does not show when worn. Freshly cleaned 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: 10. Not modern sizing, Looks to best suit a modern XS, but please use measurements below.

Bust: 33”

Waist: 25”

Hips: 38”

Sweep: 41”

Length from top at center front to bottom of the bow : 8”

Length from top at center front to Hem: 48"

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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