Stunning Original 1930s Vintage Black Velvet Dress With Lace Collar And Amazing Sleeves

This stunning dress was made in the 1930s from luxurious black silk velvet. It was cut in the classic longer line silhouette of the period, speaking of effortless elegance. The dress has been subtly tailored with a nipped waist and a hip skimming slim cut skirt and a removable cream lace collar adorns the otherwise collarless neckline. But the real star of the show are the incredible statement sleeves, which feature shirring at the top before flaring out with beautiful volume and loose pleats. The bodice fastens with two gorgeous clear glass buttons and a concealed popper at the top. 

Bust: 34”

Waist: 28”

Hips: 40”

Length: 51 1/2”

The dress is in very good condition with only a minuscule flaw as pictured. There are belt loops but the original belt is no longer present.

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This garment is available to purchase with or without dress shields. These clever little contraptions have been made by our seamstress to an original 1940s pattern and can be simply attached to your garment by tack stitching at the corners of the underarm seam, pinning (we wouldn’t recommend that, it hurts if it goes wrong, so if you try this, it is at your own risk only) or inserting tiny poppers. They then stand ready to absorb any sweat and body odours as needed and you can simply detach and launder them instead of your garment, saving you a fortune in dry cleaning bills.

They are equally suitable for suits, blazers and dresses and come in pure white cotton.

They are universally sized and super easy to use even for a sewing novice as only a couple of tiny stitches are required at each side to secure them.

We sell Dress Shields as a standalone item or at a discount if you purchase them with a garment. We will select the appropriate type to match the garment you have purchased.