Exquisite Original Vintage 1930s Dress Sapphire Blue Velvet Bias Evening Gown UK XS 1930s Blouse In very good condition -

In very good condition - the leather is soft & supple

Sleeve length from shoulder seam to cuff: 18 1/2" (47 cm)

and minor fraying in the corners at the junction of the collar & the neck front (see last photo) - the skirt waist has been slightly enlarged by the addition of a small piece of matching fabric at the end of the waistband

Waist: 14 1/2" (37cm) [about 2 1/4" available to let out]

Sleeve length from shoulder to cuff (bracelet length): 17 1/2" (44

Exquisite Original Vintage 1930s Dress Sapphire Blue Velvet Bias Evening Gown UK XS 1930s Blouse In very good condition -An exquisite vintage 1930s evening gown, very nicely hand made from lustrous sapphire blue silk or rayon velvet. The bodice has a narrow shoulder set, round neck with front wings, ruching down the centre front to create fullness at the bust, & long tapering sleeves with glorious ruched puffed heads into which the wearer's shoulders extend; the 6 gore skirt is long & slightly flared. The dress opens down the back to hip level with self covered buttons