Black Velvet Dress With White Draped And Flowing Scarf – Vintage Elegant Black Sleeveless Velvet Dress

Description

Black velvet dress has an attached white scarf that drapes the collar and extends all the way down the back. Very elegant dress is fully lined with a back zipper.

White scarf is attached along the neckline, shoulders and V back, and the top 3 inches along the zipper. The remaining scarf along the back is free-flowing. There is a pleat at the bottom back of the dress to help with movement.

I could only find one tag on this dress, but it does not specify size or material. Mid-century dress is knee-length, and approximate woman’s size 5.

Measurements:

Shoulder seam to seam – 12″
Underarm to underarm on front – 15″
Waist – 26″
Overall length from top of shoulder to bottom hem – 41″

All measurements are approximate, and taken while lying flat.

Dress is over 50 years old, and there are a few flaws as such. There is some foxing and yellowing on the white scarf as shown in pictures. Dress has been dry-cleaned and noted that spots will not come out. Spots are small and only noticeable upon close inspection. There is also a small, approximately ½” tear in the fabric on the bottom back, which also can be noted upon close inspection. The zipper slides well except for the top inch, which I could not get to close completely. There is a snap above the zipper that hides this when wearing. Dress has at least a 3” hem, and looks like it may have been shortened/hand sewn. Other that these minor flaws, this dress has held up well over time.

Please let me know if you need any additional measurements or pictures.

This is a gorgeous dress that would be perfect for the holidays or other special occasions.