"Soutache Beadwork" Vintage 1940's Red Crepe Silk Soutache Floral Beaded Gown UK 10 US 6

"Soutache Beadwork" Vintage 1940's Red Crepe Silk Soutache Floral Beaded Gown UK 10 US 6This truly enchanting 1940's crepe silk gown, rendered in the most vibrant shade of vermilion red and embellished with gold lam soutache embroidery surrounding floral beadwork in shades of blue, red and green, is the perfect show stopper for your vintage collection. The rounded neckline of the dress, is framed by a simple shoulder line, which is accented by internally sewn shoulder pads along each shoulder seam. The short length petal cut sleeves,

this is only apparent when the clasp is being used and not noticeable externally

Label: Souliers Christian Dior

The mandarin styled collar draws together along the front of the neckline beneath a large navy blue button fastening

This mesmerising 1960's pale yellow lace dress

Two small pin hole along the pleated gathers of the left hand side of the bust-line

from which the soft pleated gathers of the skirt-line drape along the length of the skirt

Size: UK 8-10 US 4-6

accented by a cream floral lace collar

The original sleeves of the dress have been removed and replaced with silk shoulder straps in matching silk

sits perfectly above the dress

is decorated with a trailing floral filigree brass panel

accenting the flared hemline of the dress