1970s La Mendola Silk Jersey Dress

Fabricated in a slinky silk jersey with a Brown, black and grey abstract print

High neck with self binding

Very fitted through bodice with four seamed panels.

Very full 12 godet skirt

Long fitted sleeves

Fastens with a metal toothed zipper down center back and a small hook and eye at the neck.

2 1/2” blind hem

Corded self belt with large plastic balls at the ends

Feels like heaven on!

Maker: La Mendola Italy (Marshall Field and Co. 28 Shop)

Condition: Excellent. Clean and ready to wear.

Vintage size 10. Does not correspond to modern sizing, please use measurements below.

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.

Looks to best suit an XS- Small

Shoulder: 13 3/4"

Bust: 32” (will stretch to 37” max)

Waist: 26 1/2”

Hips: full up to 44”

Sweep: 226”

Length in Back from HPS to Hem: 45 1/4”

Sleeve Length (under arm): 18”

Sleeve Width: 10” (4” below armhole)

Sleeve Opening: 7 1/2”

The mannequin measurements are 32" Bust, 25" Waist, 35" Hips

Has not been clipped to mannequin

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