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1980s Caroline Charles Silk Velvet Polka Dot Dress

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This late 1980s or early 1990s black velvet polka dot dress by Caroline Charles would make the perfect seasonal party piece! It features a wide boat neckline with purple silk contrast edge, and puff 3/4 length sleeves which add structure to the overall silhouette. The cuff of each sleeve is also finished with the same purple edge as the neckline. The dress has a slightly dropped waist (as was common for the styles of the era) and a gathered skirt which creates definition at the hip and falls to around knee length. The fabric is a lovely thick, soft velvet, with an embroidered polka dot pattern in shades of red, yellow, green, blue, purple and lilac. It is lined in a cool silky material and black net underpinning, to add a little extra volume, and fastens down the back with a simple zip closure. A beautiful quality dress from a stalwart of high-end British occasion wear and very fun to wear. In excellent vintage condition with no flaws or stains to note. It would best fit up to a size 10 UK, or 6 US. MEASUREMENTS: BUST: 35 in. ( 88.9 cm ) SHOULDER: 16 in. ( 40.64 cm ) WAIST: 29 in. ( 76.66 cm ) HIP: 38 in. ( 96.52 cm ) LENGTH: 36.5 in. ( 91.44 cm )
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    Length: 36.5 in (92.71 cm)Marked Size: 4-6 (US)Bust: 35 in (88.9 cm)Waist: 29 in (73.66 cm)Hip: 38 in (96.52 cm)
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    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU55017151392
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