Christian Dior for Saks Fifth Avenue Ensemble, 1970s

THE FIRST
Blouse in black silk charmeuse with micro pleated bodice. Pointed collar. Full length sleeves with double buttoned shirt cuffs. Peplum at waist. Fabric-covered button closures at front. Attached silver-tone metal and rhinestone chain belt at waist. Black petersham waistband at interior with hook-and-eye closure. Unlined.

Label: Christian Dior for Saks Fifth Avenue
Size Label: 10
Date: 1970's
Country of Origin: USA

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 15.5“
Chest: 40“
Waist: 27.5"
Hips: 50“
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 25.5"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 29“

THE SECOND
High-waisted wide leg trousers in black silk velvet. Two inset pockets at front. Fly zipper and hook-and-eye/bar closures at front. Fully lined.

Label: Christian Dior for Saks Fifth Avenue
Size Label: 10
Date: 1970's
Country of Origin: USA

Approximate Measurements:
Waist: 26“
Hips: 38“
Length (side waist band to hem): 42.5“
Inseam: 30“

Property from Mount Mary University’s Fashion Archive

This lot is located in Chicago.

Condition
Condition: THE FIRSTThe overall condition is good to very good. Slight residue marks at underarms at interior. A few minor residue marks scattered throughout exterior; concentrated at back near hem, collar, and at front of peplum. A few rhinestones missing from belt. THE SECONDThe overall condition is fair to good. Bar from hook-and-bar closure is missing. Eye from hook-and-eye closure is missing and there is a small tear at interior of waistband where it once was. A few minor surface abrasions/residue marks scattered throughout exterior of pants. Slight loss of form to waistband due to hanging. Dry cleaning tag at interior has partially detached.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.