COUNTESS LAYNE, vintage 1940s nightgown slip dress, Petal pink bias cut rayon slip dress

COUNTESS LAYNE, vintage 1940s nightgown slip dress, Petal pink bias cut rayon slip dressvintage 1940s nightgown slip dress, COUNTESS LAYNE Petal pink bias cut rayon slip dress, full length, cap sleeves Iconic 1940s nightgown. Fabric is a shimmering bias cut, most likely rayon. Color is the most alluring soft petal pink. Fitted bodice with that iconic gathering under the bust and gorgeous white lace trim. Cap sleeves lead to a smooth V back. Seamed waist detail with bands of lace that drape across the hips. The lace hides a little secret!

Lining is a pale blue cut sleeveless

Charming petal dress

Fabric is a run-proof nylon

while the skirt is pleated making it look more blue

Fair warning

Clipped on mannequin

It's fun detail meant to gently cinch the waist

Color is a dark cornflower blue

Same in back

Peaches and cream

and one cap sleeve

VICTOR COSTA