Late 1970s Gentillessé Green Silk Chiffon Floral Dress

Dates to the late 70s to early 80s

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

Comes with a matching poly slip

Feminine ruffle along the neck

7/8 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 goo/ excellent. 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: Petite. looks to best suit a modern XS. Please use measurements below.

Shoulder: No defined shoulder seam

Bust: 42”

Waist: 20” easily stretches to 36”

Hips: 49”

Sweep: 49”

Length: 15” from shoulder to waist

Length: 48.5” from shoulder to hem

Sleeve Length: about 18” (no define srmhole seam)

Bicep: 16”

Wrist: 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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