Emerald metallic pencil dress
Glorious, emerald & gold silk brocade, pencil dress -- 72 1/2% silk, 27 1/2% metal. A British Hong Kong product of the late 50's-early 60 's. Textile is stunning --- dress design is simple, sharply-fitted, sleek. Lined in green silk. Back closes with snaps. Doubled-cord belt. Made by Royal Lynne. Red-carpet-worthy.
$160
size & fit
- mediumshoulders (seam-to-seam): 14.5"
armhole: 15"
bust/chest: 37"
waist: 26"
hips: 38"
bodice (shoulder-to-waist): 15"
skirt/pant-length: 25"
condition**
- excellentHighly-wearable & in beautiful shape. No exterior holes, stains or fading. Repair: belt has been resewn 1" along seam (hidden within the decorative knot.)
** Vintage items are precious, pre-owned pieces of history. Many have unique dyes and handcrafted prints, artisan weaves and intricate hand-tailoring -- details no longer available except in modern couture. Please love & respect your vintage.