Christian Dior shocking pink party dress, 1958

Christian Dior shocking pink party dress

Autumn 1958

Silk taffeta with silk gauze lining in the skirt, wide-set neckline with fitted raglan sleeves, natural waist and pleated and flared full skirt; with large applied bow detail at front and an attached stand-up shawl. Labeled "Christian Dior New York."

Condition:--slight discoloration to the petticoat waistnand --Fabric in generally very good condition with no apparent damage. Around the creased fabric edges of the shawl are signs of very slight soiling. One snap (standard small type) is missing at the bow). Line of soiling on the inside near the hem. dress: bust 34, length 43"
crinolins: size 10. waist 23", length 26"

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