Balenciaga Haute Couture Taffeta Dress, 1955

Cream silk taffeta sleeveless A-Line dress with pink, blue, and gray watercolor print, wide scoop neckline, flared skirt, and left side zipper closure.
Label: Balenciaga
Size Label: N/A
Style/Serial No. (under designer label): 96625

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 20.25"
Chest: 36"
Waist: 28"
Hips: 52"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 44.5"
Property from the Collection of Beverley Birks, New York, New York

Condition:The overall condition is very good with some light soiling along the neckline and under the arms. The left under arm has a small abrasion along the seam. There is a small 0.25" whole on the front right skirt 6.5" down from the waist and further down near the hemline. The skirt front has darkened a little down the center front, but is very faint. There is a faint dark line along the hack skirt hemline.Everything is sold 'As Is'. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email couturecr@hindmanauctions.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.