Original 1940's Bernice Holloway black crepe dress, which has been altered.
The bodice of the dress is original, as is the grosgrain peplum, however someone has remade the skirt.
The bodice is close fitting with a floppy collar and short, slim fitting sleeves. The dress has a deep grosgrain peplum which has a decorative pleated section in the back. The skirt is not original. Someone has clearly replaced what I can only assume was a damaged skirt. It has been replaced with modern polyester crepe and has been lined. The dress fastens with a long metal zip on the left side.
Even though it has been altered it is still a beautiful piece.
Measurements
The dress will best fit a 34-25-34 but to ensure it will fit you properly, please compare the measurements below to a similar piece you already own;
Flat bust 17" but there is a little stretch in the fabric and it is shown on a 35" mannequin
Flat waist 13"
Flat hip17"
Shoulders between sleeves 14"
Underarm sleeve length 3.5"
Flat cuff 5"
Shoulder to waist 15"
Shoulder to hem 40"
Circumference of skirt at hem 32"
Condition
Fair with the following points to note;
- has been altered, as mentioned above
- shows light wear
- zip has been fastened closed 2" up from the end
- small darn beside the top of the zip