Size 6 Wedding Dress - 1960s Bow-Accented Empire Bridal Gown with Detachable Cat

Description

For a traditional look with vintage details, this bridal gown is a lovely choice with a net Empire bodice and bow-accented raised waist. It has a raised lace collar, sheer yoke and and beautiful bishop sleeves with fitted cuffs. Hand-sewn pearls & sequins are occasional accents throughout the lace. The gown has a broad and formal A-line skirt with a lace panel hem, and a bouffant bow with pointed tails to the back waist. Detachable train included with pleats across the top and lace at the hem. It trails about 4-5 feet behind the bride for a near-cathedral length. Original tag is attached with a 0.00 price from over forty years ago.
Ladies' Size
6 to 7
Measurements
Bust 34, Raised Waist 29; Neck to Raised Waist 13, Neck to Back Dress Hem 58, Train Length 70.5 Inches
Era
1960s
Label
' Fink / Original ' and ' Sallie's ' at back bodice
Materials
Papyrus* creamy champagne peau du soie, likely a silk blend; offwhite Alencon floral lace; beige net; trims are clear faceted sequins and two sizes of white faux pearls; net and silk organza bodice linings; papery fiber skirt lining
Closure
Center back metal zipper
Condition
Excellent
Condition Detail
Beautiful condition, never worn; the net looks and feels sturdy but may be fragile and is due careful use; back bodice has a trace 1-inch tan line at net very hard to notice; two similar barely perceptible beige specks at bow, not noticeable
Washing Instructions
Dry clean
Please note: All measurements (bust - waist - hip) are the maximum body measurements that will fit the item. These measurements already have ease subtracted and they are not actual fabric widths. To get actual fabric widths add two inches at the bust - one inch at the waist and two inches at the hip.
Size listed is a modern size. Any available vintage size is noted in the Label description. Please remember vintage sizes and modern sizes can vary a great deal.
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