Mignon, Two Evening Dresses

THE FIRST
Sleeveless cocktail/evening dress in navy lace with a raspberry-colored underdress. Wide bateau neckline with low-cut back. Fitted & lightly boned bodice with an asymmetric drop waist. Full midi-length skirt in navy organza with tulle crinoline underlayer. Invisible zipper closure at back bodice. Fully lined.

Label: Mignon designed by Dorothy Farbo
Size Label: Unmarked
Date: Late 20th Century
Country of Origin: USA

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 15ì
Chest: 28ì
Waist: 25ì
Hips: 36ì
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 49ì

THE SECOND
Strapless evening dress in black silk taffeta. Fitted lightly boned bodice with ruffle trim at top edge & self-fabric rosette at waist. Tiered ankle-length skirt with ruffled tiers. Invisible zipper closure at back bodice. Fully lined.

Label: Mignon
Size Label: Unmarked
Date: Late 20th Century
Country of Origin: USA

Approximate Measurements:
Chest: 28ì
Waist: 24ì
Hips: 40ì
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 50ì
This lot is located in Chicago.

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is good, in consideration of the vintage nature of the garment. General discoloration throughout lining/underdress. Faint residue marks to lace exterior at underarms. One of the French tack thread chains attaching underdress to lace exterior has come undone.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is good, in consideration of the vintage nature of the garment. Faint discoloration to bodice lining near top edge. A few minor residue spots scattered throughout exterior. Two minor tears in ruffled trim at top edge of bodice.

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