Size 6 Bridal Gown - 1960s Satin Wedding - Detachable Train - Crystals & Pearls

Description

Reminiscent of Jackie Kennedy with its columnar A-line and elegant details, this 1960s bridal gown has a raised shoulder-to-shoulder collar, angular bust seaming and beautiful lacework to half-sleeves & hem. Lace has dangling crystals and hand-applied pearls. The matching detachable train has a lace panel to match, and trails the floor about 3-4 feet behind the bride. Original .00 sale tag attached from the mid-1960s.
Ladies' Size
5 to 6
Measurements
Bust 33.5, Hip 40.5; Dress Neck to Waist 13, Neck to Dress Hem 57.5, Train Length 76.75 Inches
Era
1960s
Label
'Sallie's' at back bodice
Materials
Pearl white synthetic satin, matching Alencon floral lace, white faux pearls, dangling cut crystal beads, clear glass seed beads, white cotton muslin linings with silk organza lining to the sleeves (silk organza is intact but fragile)
Closure
Center back metal zipper, hooks/eyes on train
Condition
Good
Condition Detail
Never worn but shows issues from storage, ideal for a project/restoration; has small holes to the lace in various places, some noticeable especially one at back neck that has frayed a bit; dress has a soft pale gray pencil-thin line diagonally across bust, hard to perceive; a gray speck at left bust and a few similar specks/scuffs to train; a beige 1/2-inch mark behind lace on dress at left front hem, obscured but visible through lace
Washing Instructions
Dry clean
Please note: All measurements (bust - waist - hip) are the maximum body measurements that will fit the item. These measurements already have ease subtracted and they are not actual fabric widths. To get actual fabric widths add two inches at the bust - one inch at the waist and two inches at the hip.
Size listed is a modern size. Any available vintage size is noted in the Label description. Please remember vintage sizes and modern sizes can vary a great deal.
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