Such a fabulous vintage 1960s Asian style cocktail dress - and it's a Shaheen! The dress has the classic cheong sam styling that was westernized for Chinese tourists back in the 1930s - mandarin collar, short sleeves, diagonal upper bodice opening accented with fabric fasteners. The dress is fitted to the body with a series of darts with a body conscious silhouette. The skirt has 6" side seam slits at the hem, also detailed with self fabric fasteners.
SIZE: No size label
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Measurements |
Inches |
Cm |
|
Bust |
37.5" |
95.25 |
|
Waist |
29.5" |
75 |
|
Hips |
39" |
99 |
|
Dress length from shoulder seam |
41" |
104 |
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Sweep |
37.5" |
95 |
FABRIC/COLORS: The fabric is gorgeous, a medium weight satin brocade in black with jacquard woven medallions - a ring of flowers (probably chrysanthemums or peonies) in pink, scarlet red, pale green and silvery gray surrounding an intricate center circle done in black on black. I believe the fabric is most likely rayon.
TAGS: Alfred Shaheen, Hawaii
CLOSURES: The dress closes with a long nylon zipper in back. The bodice front has three functional self fabric knotted buttons and loops.
CONDITION: No stains, holes, tears or other issues noted.