Size 6 Bridal Gown - Classic 1950s Lace Bodice Watteau Train Priscilla of Boston

Description

A beautiful late 50s design with hints of an Empire silhouette! This lovely gown has appliqued lace over the fitted bust and sleeves, continuing to the hip at front skirt with a Watteau train attached in back. The skirt is a formal columnar style with a grand cathedral-length train. Original tag attached with a 0.00 price from fifty years ago.
Ladies' Size
6 to 7
Measurements
Bust 34, Raised Waist 29; Shoulder to Raised Waist 11, Shoulder to Back Hem 79, Front Waist to Front Hem 44.5 Inches
Era
1950s
Label
'Miss Betsy' and 'Sallie's' at back bodice; Miss Betsy was a line by Priscilla of Boston
Materials
Antique white* synthetic satin, offwhite floral lace appliques rimmed in cord, soft muslin and papery fiber-like linings
Closure
Center back synthetic zipper
Condition
Excellent
Condition Detail
Barely worn; the lace has very palatable mild yellowing, not noticeable; the lower back skirt has three barely-there gray traces probably from dust in storage, definitely 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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