early 1960s draped bodice silk cocktail dress Mancini

Description

Early 1960s Chapman-inspired Mancini label draped bodice blue floral silk cocktail dress. Draping at the front hips too with an off-center bow at the waist. Piping around the waistline. Wide neckline, almost off-the-shoulder. 3/4 length sleeves. Hourglass tailoring, fitted bust, waist and hips. Fully lined with a white rayon and boning around the bodice. Metal zipper up the back.

label: designed by Mancini, California

condition: excellent. Fabric is crisp and bright, pressed like new. Checked for any issues like stains, holes and loose seams. On close inspection the lining has some discoloration at the hem, see photos, but not visible.

measurements [flat]
size busty small
bust: @38”
waist: 24 1/2”
hip: 38”
length: 45”
skirt length: 28 1/2”
shoulder to shoulder: @17”
sleeve length: 17 1/4”
arm opening (circumference around): 15”
cuff opening (circumference around): 9 1/2”