1960s Malcolm Starr green silk satin and organza beaded sequin dress (as-is)

Description

Gorgeous 1960s Malcolm Starr green silk satin dress with a sheer organza skirt covered in a colorful patchwork of beading, large rhinestones, sequins and yarn embroidery. Many of the sequins are painted with gold paint and are in the shape of leaves. Waist band snaps into place with a front side bow. A button on each cuff set with green rhinestones. Fully lined bodice with a lightweight silk underskirt. Metal zipper up the back with hook and eye closures.

label: Elinor Simmons for Malcolm Starr, made in the British Crown Colony of Hong Kong, 6

condition: as-is. Dress is structurally excellent but the green silk satin has spots and streaks of color loss (yellowish), see photos. This is not obvious from a distance, but you can see it in the closer photos. The most noticeable is on the back sash, see photo. There is also a little discoloration in the underarm area. The sequins and beading are in amazing condition, only a couple leaf sequins are broken and these could be secured back into place. Each button is missing green rhinestones and there are a couple pinholes in the underskirt (not visible). No loose seams. Price reflects issues.

measurements [flat]
size small, 6 on label, check measurements
bust: 35 3/4”
empire waist: 27”
hip: 46”
length: 37”
skirt length: 23” down side to hem
shoulder to shoulder: 14 3/4”
sleeve length: 24 1/4”
arm opening (circumference around): 16”
cuff opening (circumference around): 8”