This is a stunning vintage prom dress from the 1980s made by Belle France, and it has a 1950s style to it. The material is a black sharkskin taffeta that has a slight sheen to it and an oil slick sort of design when seen up close. The dress has a fitted waist and a full, flared skirt. The dress has short sleeves, and it closes with a zipper down the back.
NOTE: I displayed this dress over a crinoline to show off the fullness of the skirt. However, the listing is authentic just for the dress. The crinoline is not included.
SIZING
The tag labels this a size 6. The actual measurements are as follows:
Bust: 19 inches across, underarm to underarm (38 inches around)
Shoulders: 14 inches across, seam to seam
Waist: 15.5 inches across (31 inches around)
Hips: Full and roomy
Length: 47 inches
Note: These are the actual measurements of the garment, so please leave yourself room for comfort of movement. All measurements were taken with the item laying flat. The flat measurements were doubled to give an approximate measurement around.
CONDITION
This dress is in very good vintage condition. I did notice a little bit of wear to a section of the fabric covering the zipper (see picture). I also noticed some minor, faint powdery marks on the inside in the underarm area.
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Product code: 80s Prom Dress 6 M Vintage Black Sharkskin Taffeta 50s Style authentic Gown Short Sleeve Free US Shipping