Crimson Silk velvet late 1930s / early 40s Button-Up Dress

Crimson Silk velvet late 1930s / early 40s Button-Up DressA breathtaking late 1930s silk velvet dress in deep crimson red with a contrasting black velvet hem. The cut is softly fitted through the bodice with shaped seams and gentle puff sleeves, fastened with three functional buttons and press studs at the upper back (the remaining buttons are ornamental) and additional press studs at the side. Made from exceptionally soft silk velvet that drapes beautifully. Likely homemade or tailor made in the late 1930s

The design includes bands of florals

allowing it to be worn open or gently closed without disturbing the line of the trimming

StylingThe ultimate transseasonal piece — throw it over a summer dress on cooler evenings

Hips (full skirt allowance): up to approx

but a highly expressive

Best suited to approx

Embroidery remains vivid and intact

but utterly divine styled as a dramatic outer layer over denim or slip dresses

or simply with a fitted knit tucked in

movement and a distinctly romantic silhouette often associated with the Edwardian era

wearable and preserved with care

with no stretch or give