This glamorous beaded dress is from the 1960's.
Label says: Made in the British Colony of Hong Kong
Fabric is a silk brocade in baby blue with an attached slip in Habotai silk.
Wide scoop neckline. Fitted top is fully lined and has shops a center back metal zipper. Slip and skirt combo has a silk upper and brocade skirt. Skirt is also fully lined. Under layer has side zipper. Both pieces are lavishly beaded with silver and clear glass beads. Prong set rhinestones are scattered throughout. Beaded loops with a crystal drop are also scattered throughout.
Bust measures 36", waist measures 27" and hips will fit up to 37". Shoulder to waist front is 16". Shoulder to hem is 38" but has at least 3" of hem to let down. Best fit is for a US size 2 or 4.
There is a small spot of discoloration the back of the bodice and in a few spots there is minor bead loss. It is otherwise in clean and very good shape.
Product code: Sz. S, Beaded, Baby Blue Brocade Dress, Vintage 1960's, 27" shops waist