Incredible Avant Garde 1930s Black Evening Dress With Statement Sleeves

1930s Black Crepe Dress with Radiating Circular Faggoting and Statement Sleeves

An exceptional example of late 1930s avant-garde tailoring, this black crepe dress captures the era’s fascination with architectural structure and precise detailing. The bodice features radiating circular faggoting that draws the eye toward the neckline, accented by a three dimensional fabric rosette at the throat. Below, a line of self-covered buttons leads into a sharply defined waist and flowing skirt, balancing drama with poise.

Features

• Era: 1930s

• Material: Black crepe

• Design Details: Radiating circular faggoting at the collar, sculptural rosette detail, sharp V-inserts, and statement bishop sleeves with fitted cuffs

• Closure: Slides on over the head with no openings except for an overlapping snap fastening at the back of the neck

• Silhouette: Fitted through the bodice with a gently flared skirt

Measurements (no openings)

• Bust: 40”

• Waist: 32-37” (some stretch)

• Hips: 38-48” (some stretch)

• Shoulders: 14 1/2” seam to seam

• Length: 48 1/2”

Condition

Very good condition with only minor signs of wear consistent as pictured. Presents beautifully when worn or displayed.

Why You’ll Love It

A piece that exemplifies 1930s innovation, this dress merges fluid craftsmanship with sculptural precision. Perfect for collectors, period stylists, or costume designers seeking an authentic representation of pre-war modernist design.

Shop now to secure this one-of-a-kind 1930s black crepe dress, and explore our collection for more exceptional pieces from the golden age of fashion.

 
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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.