1960s Ivory Cream Hooded Cape Bridal Wedding Dress Gown Mabley & Carew
1960s Ivory Cream Hooded Cape Bridal Wedding Dress Gown Mabley & Carew
Info:
♥ Circa: late 60s
♥ Label: No attached label, though based on it’s garment bag it is from Mabley & Carew
♥ Color: Ivory/light cream
♥ Material: Wool
♥ Condition: Very good vintage condition, certainly wearable as is. This dress was most likely only worn one time, and then put back into it’s original garment bag. There are some scattered small spots and a couple tiny holes in top layer of wool. Interior has some discoloration, prominently on underarm guards which are easily removable. Cape has some holes on interior, which aren’t seen when on.
Details:
♥ Stunning late 60s era wedding dress from Mabley & Carew, a Cincinnati based 12 floor department store that functioned for over a century
♥ Ivory, light cream hued wool material
♥ Removable and attachable matching hood with cape
♥ Deep V back and dramatic train
♥ Frog closures with back metal zipper
♥ Lined
Measurements:
Dress-
Bust: 34”, with low back should be able to go to 36”
Waist: 26”-27”
Hips: 42”
Length: 58” (front), 66” (back)
Cape-
Length (with hood): 83”
Length (without hood): 68”
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All garments are measured flat, then doubled for the bust, waist, and hips.
Every item is in vintage condition, with any flaws listed in the description. Please keep in mind slight signs of wear at times are inevitable, but we do our best to list and photograph any that we find.
Condition Chart:
Mint: As new, with absolutely no flaws or wear.
Excellent: Used, with no noticeable flaws.
Very Good: Used, with minor flaws, no repairs needed.
Good: Visible wear, minor flaws and/or optional repairs needed.
Fair: Numerous flaws, repairs needed, fragile.
Poor: Extensive damage. For display or study only.
****Chart provided courtesy of the Vintage Fashion Guild. Use or display does not require or imply VFG membership.