1930s 1940s Purple Silk Velvet Gown | small

D E T A I L S
• late 1930s / early 1940s gown
• rich purple silk velvet
• shirring atop the shoulders + 4" below, leading into a gathered under-bust seam
• sweetheart neckline with panels from upper bodice criss-crossing into ruching at side seams above waist
• overlapping petal sleeves with gathering atop the shoulders
• gathered cummerbund effect in back above waist
• fitted waist
• bias-cut flared skirt, curve-hugging drape
• original "Kover-Zip" covered metal side zipper
• unlined
• label: no tag present

M E A S U R E M E N T S
fits like a: petite small (due to bodice length)
shoulders: 13"
bust: 36/37"
waist: 27"
hips: about 40-48"
length: 51/52"
bodice length: 14.5"
sleeve length: 8"
skirt sweep: 112"

C O N D I T I O N
Very good vintage condition. Ready to wear! About five small spots / lighter areas on front of skirt below knee-level; they're not noticeable unless you're really looking for them.