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vintage 1940's dress

BLUE 1940'S DRESS WITH FLOWERS

Wow! Absolutely stunning 1940's dress! So many wonderful details.
Pretty pale blue/green crepe fabric
. Gorgeous embroidered flowers on front bodice.
Nice big war era shoulder pads. Comes with original matching belt/sash.
Fluttery sleeves with shirred detail at shoulders and below waistline.
Side metal zipper closure. Back of neck closes with a fancy clear button and snaps.
This dress just hangs beautifully. Label - "Original Ben Reig"

Note - Fabric has a slight fade from age. Still looks amazing!
Small mark near top of shoulder beside flower.
CONDITION:
Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 38" Waist - 27.5" Hips - 40" Length - 44"
PRICE: $200
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vintage 1930's dress

NAVY BLUE 1930'S SLIP DRESS

Beautiful 1930's dress in a slip style.
Slightly sheer navy blue rayon
.
Sleeveless with a scoop neckline.
Inverted pleat detail near bottom of center front.
Snap closures and hook & eye up the side of dress.
Label - "Little Lady"


CONDITION: Excellent
SIZE: Bust - 34" Waist - 34" Hips - up to 40"
Length - approx 48"
PRICE: $120
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1920's flapper dress

1920'S PINK FLAPPER DRESS

Absolutely fabulous 1920's dress!
Pretty pink voile with rows of ecru lace
.
Ruffled lace sleeves, collar, front panel and hem.
Decorative seams on back.
No closures, dress slips over head. No Label.

Note - Several tiny pin sized holes, and a few scattered marks (see photos).
Dress is in amazing condition for its age!
CONDITION:
Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 35" Waist - 38" Hips - 42"
Length - approx 41" Sleeves - 7"
PRICE: $500
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white 1930's dress

WHITE ORGANDY 1930'S GOWN

What a beautiful 1930's gown!
White crisp sheer organdy
.
Fabric is decorated with a floral pattern.
Ruffles around collar and puff sleeves.
Metal snap closures up the side.

No Label.
Note - A few spots of age discoloration, not too obvious.
CONDITION:
Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 38" Waist - 29" Hips - 38"
Length - approx 55"
PRICE: $150
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vintage 1940's dress

BLACK VELVET 1940'S DRESS

Absolutely gorgeous forties dress!
Soft black velvet.
Cap sleeves.
Neck opening is styled with 6 decorative rhinestone buttons.
Pretty mandarin style collar closes with a hook & eye.
Small shoulder pads. Side metal zipper closure.
Two front pockets. No Label.

Note - Dress has belt loops, but no belt. Eye at collar opening looks to have been replaced.
CONDITION: Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 34" Waist - 27" Hips - up to 38"
Length - approx 41"
PRICE: $140
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vintage 1940's dress

BLACK CREPE 1940'S DRESS

Fabulous film noir style 40's dress.
Flowing black crepe.
Gorgeous mandarin style collar that closes with a hook & eye.
Neckline and sleeves are decorated with sparkling studs and rhinestones.
Small shoulder pads. Side metal zipper closure.
Skirt is draped beautifully. No Label.

Note - A few small issues. Reddish mark on back of skirt, could be an iron burn.
A few tiny repairs on back of skirt and one near shoulder. Some loose stitches.
CONDITION: Good
SIZE: Bust - 38" Waist - 27.5" Hips - up to 39"
Length - approx 51"
PRICE: $60
SOLD

 

vintage 1940s evening dress

1940'S WHITE TAFFETA GOWN

What a glamorous dress!
Flowing white taffeta with sequined black ric rac trim.
Ruching up the sleeves. Dress shields inside the underarm.
Cute matching decorative black flower pin.
Metal zipper closure up the side.
No Label.

Note - A couple light marks near bottom hem (see photos). Only noticeable upon close inspection. Some tiny pinholes under flower.
CONDITION:
Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 36" Waist - 28" Hips - open Length - approx 58"
PRICE: $200
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taffeta 1940's dress

TURQUOISE 1940's TAFFETA GOWN

Stunning 1940's floor length evening gown.
Beautiful light blue/green color.
Puff sleeves and sweetheart neckline. Small shoulder pads.
Pretty bow in the center back. Gathered skirt.

Side metal zipper closure.
No Label.
Note - Very slight discoloration from age/storage. A few tiny marks on dress (see photos).
CONDITION: Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 35-36" Waist - 27" Hips - open
Length - approx 59.5"
PRICE: $100
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ruched 1940's dress

BLUE GATHERED 1940's DRESS

Gorgeous deep blue crepe cocktail dress.
Small shoulder pads and 3/4 length dolman sleeves.
Ruching up the center front of dress with beautiful gathering at the back of skirt (see photos). Tie at the top of bodice with unique collar detail.
Closes with a center back metal zipper.
No Label.
Note - There is very slight fading under the arms.
CONDITION: Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 36" Waist - 29" Hips - 37" Length - 46.5"
Sleeves measure 23.5" long from collar seam. Bottom of sleeves are approx 7 3/4" around.
PRICE: $100
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vintage 40s swing dress

1940's NAVY BLUE SWING DRESS

Magnificent navy blue swing dress. Rayon crepe.
Beautiful and unique asymmetrical draped design.
Full accordion pleated skirt perfect for dancing.

Comes with a belt, but it may not be original as it is a shade lighter than dress.
Closes with a center back metal zipper as well as small metal sleeve zippers.
No Label.
Note - There are tears to the inside draping which are not visible when worn. Very small hole on left shoulder, not too noticeable as lining underneath disguises it.
CONDITION: Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 38" Waist - 30" Hips - open Length - 46" Sleeves - 32" from neck to wrist.
PRICE: $75
SOLD

 

lilac vintage 1940's dress

1940's LILAC WRAP DRESS

Elegant lilac colored 40's dress.
Wrap style fitted bodice.
Bodice closes with a metal snap.
Dolman sleeves.
Waistband detailed with top stitching.
Side metal zipper.
No Label.

CONDITION: Excellent
SIZE: Bust - 34" Waist - 26" Hips - open Length - 47"
PRICE: $120
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green vintage 1940's dress

1940's GREEN TAFFETA GOWN

Absolutely stunning light green taffeta evening gown.
Beautiful detailed embroidery over netting at bust/neckline.
Fitted bodice with gathered skirt.
Short sleeves.
Side metal zipper.
No Label.
Note - There are a few minor issues with this dress. Please see photos.

CONDITION: Good
SIZE: Bust - 39" Waist - 27" Hips - open Length - 58"
PRICE: $40
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