1950s Pierre Balmain Lace Satin Party Formal Ball Gown Maxi Dress Wounded As Is
1950s Pierre Balmain Lace Satin Party Formal Ball Gown Maxi Dress Wounded As Is
Info:
♥ Circa: 50s
♥ Label: Pierre Balmain
♥ Color: Multi
♥ Material: Multi
♥ Condition: Fair vintage condition, a piece of fashion history that is a wounded beauty. Some TLC could make this a wearable with care piece. Discoloration, yellowing, and age spots throughout. Parts of hem are down. Various breaks in lace with seam breaks at sides of bodice and on sleeves. Someone added elastic to some of the button loops in the back. This is sold completely AS IS, and is priced with its rarity, provenance, and condition in mind.
Details:
♥ Unbelievable 50s era gown by Pierre Balmain
♥ Sheer tulle lace bodice and sleeves
♥ Multicolored satin skirt, has a ton of fabric!
♥ Keyhole back
♥ Removable matching cummerbund style belt with additional draped fabric
♥ Center back metal zipper closure with a series of fabric covered buttons on lace
♥ Unlined
Measurements:
Bust: 34”
Waist: 24”
Hips: free
Length: approximately 62”
Sleeve Length: 11” from underarm
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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.