Stunning Late 1930s / Early 1940s Cream Lace Evening Gown

1930s/1940s Ivory Lace Evening Gown – Flutter Sleeve Gown with Statement Back

Late 1930s into early 1940s evening dressing at its most romantic. This ivory lace gown falls in a slim, fitted silhouette from a scooped neckline down through a full length lace skirt, with soft flutter sleeves that catch movement beautifully. The back is where this dress really earns its keep, with detailing every bit as striking as the front, making it a piece worth twirling in.

Finished with a self-belt at the natural waist, the dress skims rather than clings, and the allover floral lace gives real texture and depth without being fussy. A wonderful option for evening events or anyone building a proper collection of pre-war eveningwear.

Features

• Era: Late 1930s–early 1940s
• Material: Lace, fully lined with a separate slip
• Colour: Ivory
• Design Details: Flutter sleeves, scooped neckline, fitted bodice, self-belt at waist, detailed back, full length lace skirt
• Silhouette: Slim column with soft movement through the sleeve and skirt
• Fastenings: Poppers at the side

Measurements

• Bust: 42”
• Waist: 35”
• Hips: 42”
• Length: 60”

Condition

Good condition with some minor flaws as pictured. There is shattering to the underarms of the slip dress beneath the lace, which is not visible when worn.

Why You’ll Love It

A rare find from the period, and rarer still in a Volup size, this gown gives you genuine 1930s/40s glamour, subtlety elegant, fluid but without being audacious. The back detail alone makes this a dress for making an entrance, while the flutter sleeves keep it feeling soft rather than severe. Style it for evening events, vintage dances, or as a serious addition to a pre-war eveningwear collection.

Shop now to own a rare piece of 1930s/40s evening history, and explore the rest of our curated collection of exceptional vintage finds.

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