Luxurious 1930s Black Silk Velvet Evening Gown with Gold Lamé Chiffon Sleeves
1930s Black Silk Velvet Evening Gown with Gold Lamé Chiffon Sleeves
A striking original 1930s evening gown, cut in fluid black silk velvet with sheer chiffon sleeves woven through with shimmering gold lamé. Elegant and restrained in silhouette, the drama reveals itself in the detailing — a classic example of late Art Deco glamour designed for formal evening wear and grand occasions.
Features
- Era: 1930s
- Material: Silk velvet body with chiffon and gold lamé sleeves
- Colour: Black with gold lamé detailing
- Design: Long, column-style evening gown with softly draped neckline
- Sleeves: Sheer chiffon with geometric gold lamé patterning
- Fastening: Side opening has been sewn shut but original hoppers and hooks remain, buttons at the back of the neckline
- Silhouette: Skimming and elongated, true to the period
Measurements
- Bust: 34”-tight 37”
- Waist: 30”
- Hips: 38”
- Length: 53”
Condition
Good condition with a few areas of wear to the velvet and a couple of missing buttons as pictured.
Why You’ll Love It
This is a gown that rewards a closer look. From a distance, timeless black velvet elegance; up close, intricate gold lamé work that captures the glamour of 1930s eveningwear. Perfect for collectors, black-tie events, winter formal occasions, or anyone seeking a truly special vintage statement piece with historical presence and refined drama.
A rare and wearable example of Art Deco–era luxury — ready to take its place in a considered vintage wardrobe. Explore the rest of the collection for more exceptional period pieces.
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