Stunning Original Late 1930s / Early 1940s Black And Pink Striped Evening Gown

This stunning evening dress was made in the late 1930s / early 1940s. The skirt section was crafted from free flowing black rayon taffeta which gives the piece wonderful movement and swish. The contrasting bodice was made from black and pale pink striped satin and gives the gown its classic hourglass silhouette. Strong padded shoulders create a small sleeve overhang and the fitted waist is further nipped in with the original fabric belt. The tailoring and fabric placement further serve to optimally enhance the wearer’s shape. Four buttons fasten the gown at the bust and the hem of the bodice creates a wonderful peplum effect below the belt. 

Bust: 34”

Waist: 24”

Hips: 44”

Length: 55 1/2”

The dress is in good condition, however there are a couple of seam repairs, a few small marks and snags and some slight underarm discolouration. The topmost button has lost its centre but we can include period correct replacement buttons if you wish.

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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 two different options:

1. Pure cream cotton for your heavier weight dresses, blazers and suits

or

2. White cotton muslin for lightweight summer dresses (so they don’t show through the fabric)

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.