From the 1950s, a silk qipao (also called a cheongsam) Chinese style dress in glowing golden cream silk.

Heavy silk satin, with silk crepe de chine lining
Traditional dragon and phoenix design heavily embroidered in beads and sequins (love the tiny dragon's red pupils!)
Double bust darts and front and back princess seams for shapely fit
Closes with hook&eye at mandarin collar, multiple snaps along collar base, across shoulder, and above metal side zip, which is hand placed
Completely hand finished
Beautifully made in Hong Kong

Labels: FLORA

Fiber/Care: no tags, all silk / dry-clean only

Condition: Signs of wear to the interior (underarm discoloration, some splitting of silk lining at back of neck and a few stress points), exterior has a couple of small spots and a bit of discoloration near the hem. Minor bead loss at collar. It presents beautifully and is very high quality. Would make a unique wedding or reception dress.

*This dress has been professionally dry-cleaned and is ready to wear.*

Garment Measurements:
shoulders: 16"/40.5cm to outer edges
bust: 36"/91.5cm + plus room from darts for breasts
waist: 29"/73.5cm
hips: 38"/96.5cm
length: 41"/104cm
☞ 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: International customers are responsible for any taxes or import fees.

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