From the 1960s, a maxi dress or gown in luscious bubblegum pink chiffon with silver metallic embellishment at the bodice and snap cuffs. Sheer, billowy sleeves. Fully lined. Closes with back zipper.

Labels: Elgin Dress, with possible remnant of Union Label in skirt seam
(our research found an Elgin Dress Co. at 575 8th Avenue, NYC, in 1909 and another at 40 East 20th St. in 1921; several ads for dressmakers wanted by and dresses on sale by a company with the same name in Philadelphia in the 1920s; and another in a 1958 listing of manufacturers in NY State)

Fiber/Care: no tags, polyester chiffon and acetate lining with metallic trim, dry-clean

Condition: only flaw to note is a stain at the back hem of the lining. it doesn't show.

*We've had this gown professionally dry-cleaned and it's ready to wear.*

Garments Measurements:
shoulders: 15.5"/39cm
bodice (to lowest point of attached trim): 16"/40.5cm
sleeves: 23"/58cm
bust: 36-38"/91.5-97.75cm
waist: generous 30"/76cm
hips (lining): 42"/104cm
length: 53"/134.5cm

Note that the dress is shown clipped to fit Delphine in front views but unclipped in back views. Also, she's very tall, so unless you are too, the dress will be longer on you.

☞ Our items are not newly manufactured "vintage style" pieces. They are true vintage, at least 30 years old. Please read condition report provided above. ☜

Notes: Significant shipping overages (where applicable) will be refunded. International customers are responsible for any taxes or import fees.

Elgin Dress

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