1930s 1940s Purple Silk Velvet Gown | small 60s purse Faint yellowing under the arms

Faint yellowing under the arms

shoulders: about 16"

• lined in black satin

• plunging neckline (traditionally worn w/ a blouse)

1930s 1940s Purple Silk Velvet Gown | small 60s purse Faint yellowing under the armsD E T A I L S late 1930s early 1940s gown rich purple silk velvet shirring atop the shoulders + 4" below, leading into a gathered under bust seam sweetheart neckline with panels from upper bodice criss crossing into ruching at side seams above waist overlapping petal sleeves with gathering atop the shoulders gathered cummerbund effect in back above waist fitted waist bias cut flared skirt, curve hugging drape original "Kover Zip" covered metal side