CHRISTIAN DIOR
Numbered Couture Illusion Dress
Illusion bustier cocktail dress by Christian Dior. Rare numbered haute couture piece from the Autumn/Winter 1988/1989 collection, one of Marc Bohan's last for the house. Timeless LBD with bow-trimmed sweetheart bodice and a high illusion neckline in silk chiffon with long sleeves. Structured, inner longline boned corset bodice with reinforced waistband sits atop a pleated skirt with a slight tulip silhouette. Fully lined in silk. Covered shank buttons at back with a double closure. The perfect little black dress, this piece is always appropriate. We would wear with a pointed toe heel, smooth chignon, and red lip. Black.
-Condition: Very Good Used Condition
*Light smudge in chiffon near bust (picturerd) that appears to be from a little pressure/pulling, but fabric is not damaged.
-Estimated Size: 8
-Material: 86% Wool, 14% Silk, Lining-100% Silk
-Made In France
-Number: 21896
-Bust: 36"
-Waist: 30"
-Hip: 42"
-Sweep: 41"
-Length (From Center Front to Top Waist/Underbust): 12"
-Length (From Bottom Waist to Hem): 19.5"
-Waistband (Center Front): 6.5"
-Shoulder-to-Shoulder: 14.5"
-Sleeve Length: 26.5"
-Neck: 5.5"
*Please note this dress is a couture piece that was custom made for its previous owner. The bust and torso are slightly longer than typical and will best fit our longer-waisted, bustier friends.
GARMENT MEASUREMENTS
Please note that garment specs are the total measurement in inches, taken flat from the outside face unless noted otherwise. Please be sure to leave enough allowance for ease of movement and comfort, especially when considering the fit of a lined jacket or coat. We recommend comparing against measurements of clothing with which you are familiar with the fit. Check out these this great tutorial if you are unsure how to measure your garments: Illustrated Measuring Guide
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MANNEQUIN MEASUREMENTS
Bent Knee Mannequin
-Size: 4
-Bust: 33.5"
-Waist: 25.5"
-Hip: 35"
-Inseam (to ankle): 32"
Extended Leg Mannequin
-Size: 2
-Bust: 31"
-Waist: 25"
-Hip: 34"
-Inseam (to ankle): 33"
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