Late 1960s / Early 1970s Tuxedo Inspired Evening Dress
Evening dress inspired by a mens tuxedo shirt. Dress features white a lace top with lined bodice, the sleeves are left unlined so that the skin shows through the lace. Frilled collar and cuffs with black satin bound edging and matching bows. Faux pearls create the effect of a button up shirt down the centre front. Simple black skirt contrasts with all of the detail above for a chic but playful look.
- True to the period
- Excellent vintage condition
Measurements:
- Chest - side seam to side seam: 49cm
- Length - shoulder to hem: 135cm
- Shoulder - seam to seam: 39cm
- Arm Length - shoulder seam to cuff: 64.5cm
- Hips - seam to seam: 55cm
- Waist - seam to seam: 42cm
Alterations
With our on-site workroom we are able to provide a full alteration service for your precious find, with specialist craftspeople with skills in beading, embroidery, leather and knit wear our services are second to none. Our recommendation if you have purchased from our site is that you try your item at home, advise what alterations are required and we will be able to provide an estimate by return. You can then either visit us in one of our retail locations, or you can return by post and we will alter the garment to your specifications.
Please note, we recommend you try first to ensure you are elated with your purchase asitems cannot be refunded once customised.
We are also happy to look at your own existing pieces and provide quotations for alteration, conservation and restoration including clothing, accessories, objetde virtu and homewares.