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Luis Estévez Red, Black and White Waist-Cincher Peplum Sheath Dress - M-L, 1950s

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A genius example of designer Luis Estévez’s penchant for the feminine form, this dress celebrates hourglass curves with a layered peplum and minimizes figure flaws with clever color blocking. Its hard-to-find larger size makes it more relevant (and collectible!) than ever. Sleeveless day dress with white bodice, black skirt and red bib-style peplum that begins at underarms, scoops low below bust and flares from hips; gently gathered at front waist. Rear nylon zipper closure with top hook and eye and looped buttons from rear neck to center back; rear vent. Lingerie loops at interior shoulders; fully lined in acetate. fabric: textured cotton linen, acetate noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: none condition: excellent measurements: neckline opening: 10” across shoulder: 17 ½” from shoulder edge to edge bust: to 40” waist: 28” hips: 41” bodice length: 14” from shoulder, 8” from underarm skirt length: 27” from waist total length: 41” from shoulder, 35” from underarm sweep: 38” (vent closed), 42” (vent open) rear vent: 9” hem: 2” label: Estévez size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size medium - large depending on bust
  • Designer:
    Luis Estevez.
  • Dimensions:
    Length: 41 in (104.14 cm)Marked Size: none; comparable to size M-L (US)Bust: 40 in (101.6 cm)Waist: 28 in (71.12 cm)Hip: 41 in (104.14 cm)
  • Style:
    Sheath (In the Style Of)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0411.16.0031stDibs: LU86437388632
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