1930s 40s black velvet button dress

Description

Sweet 1930s 40s black velvet dress with a tie-back waist and side ruching. Feels like a cotton/rayon velvet. Tailoring across the shoulders with a dipped neckline. Velvet covered buttons up the front. Rounded tailoring along the front hips and gathered skirt. Side button opening.[dress has been pinned to fit mannequin, but tried to keep it true to fit]

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condition: no major issues, but selling as it is – has not been dry cleaned and there are loose seams that are easy fixes. A couple reddish pin dot spots on the left sleeve which should come out with a dry cleaning and are not blatantly noticeable. The buttons on the side opening are original and cute, but they are too small – recommend replacing with larger buttons to secure closure. I can provide you with a list of the loose seams, 6 total – I originally planned to repair any loose seams and made a list, message me.

measurements [flat]
size medium/large
bust: 40”
waist: 32”
hip: 46”
length: 42”
skirt length: 25 1/2”
shoulder to shoulder: 16 1/2”
sleeve length: 16”/18”
arm opening (circumference around): 16”
cuff opening (circumference around): 10 1/2”