Sold for $750

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Lot Description

Pierre Cardin White Evening Dress, 1970-80s

Off-white lace and net wedding dress with very long and wide train. The hem of the dress and the neckline are finished with an extra wide peplum, which is support by a double layer of wide horsehair.
Label: Pierre Cardin Paris

Approximate Flat Measurements Across Front:
Chest: 14.5"
Waist: 13"
Shoulders: 15"
Hips: 17"
Length (underarm to hem): 62"
Sleeve (shoulder to cuff): 21"

This lot is located in Chicago.

Property From the Ebony Fashion Fair Archive

Condition Report

Condition:

Overall structure of the body of the dress is strong with numerous hand-stitches on the peplum hem having come loose. The dress appears to have been heavily worn with wear marks on the long train hem. Separation at the waist seam on the right back side. Four inches on stitches on each elbow have come undone, discoloration around neckline from wear as well. Lipstick spot on left peplum at neck. Discoloration and wear at center back train where ring is attached to bustle the train.

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