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Aqua Ombré Tie Dye Chiffon Ball Gown with Ostrich Feather Trim – XS, 1960s

$600
£452.76
€526.91
CA$847.04
A$850
CHF 495.73
MX$10,334.97
NOK 5,696.43
SEK 5,858.49
DKK 3,938.89

About the Item

A gown worthy of a dance number with Fred Astaire, this dress has drama by the handful. Yards of swirling chiffon and feathers provide nonstop movement, while the rich ombré tye dye effect creates pools of depth. If movie star glamour is your thing, get ready for your close-up because this dress brings it. Spaghetti strap gown with empire waist, ostrich feather bust trim, and flowing skirt of ombré -dyed chiffon. Left metal zipper closure with top hook and eye; attached underdress of poly crêpe for full coverage. Hanging loops. fabric: polyester crêpe and chiffon noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: added additional seams to skirt to conceal minor stains; replaced ostrich trim. condition: very good with a few notable issues: some light spots remain on skirt, though extremely well concealed due to volume of fabric (see photos). Two tiny (5mm) holes in chiffon at zipper. Despite its blemishes, this dress remains beautiful and wearable for years to come. measurements: shoulders: n/a (straps 9 ¼” apart) straps: 15” front to back bust: 33” empire waist/underbust: 26” hips: free bodice length: 4 ½” skirt length: 37” – 39” total length: 52” – 54” from shoulder; 41 ½” – 43 ½” from underarm sweep: 52” (underskirt); 230” (chiffon skirt) label: no label present size: no size label present; comparable to modern size extra small
  • Dimensions:
    Marked Size: none; comparable to size XS (US)Bust: 33 in (83.82 cm)Waist: 26 in (66.04 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 54 in (137.16 cm)
  • Style:
    Ball Gown (In the Style Of)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Altered (not by designer). Very good condition with a few notable issues: some light spots remain on skirt, though extremely well concealed due to volume of fabric (see photos). Two tiny (5mm) holes in chiffon at zipper.
  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0811.09.3021stDibs: LU864316639432

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