#5133
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Ethereal Victorian inspired gown by Gunne Sax circa 1970s.
Jessica McClintock bought the Gunne Sax company in 1969 which became famous for creating romantic nostalgic dresses. Her designs borrowed from Early American, Victorian and Renaissance styles. Some were simple others quite fancy. They were worn to school dances, as prom dresses and even as alternative bridal gowns.
This beauty is done in snow white crinkle gauze. It has a high fitted bodice with square neckline. The neckline is trimmed with a band of pale lavender and white calico fabric, satin ribbon and delicate lace. The same trim defines the waist and there are long ties in back.... long gathered sleeves with lace trim and a floor length gathered skirt with lace trimmed ruffle hem. There are pearl buttons on the sleeves and in back at the neck. The dress is fully lined in white cotton gauze.
It would be perfect for an informal garden or outdoor wedding dress. Also a lovely outfit if you are attending a Victorian style tea.
The size is Med/small with the following measurements.
Bust 36"
Waist 28"
Hips free
Length from shoulder to hem 58"
Excellent Condition
$185.00
#5132
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A rare style Gunne Sax dress from the late 70s.
Most Gunne Sax from the 70s and 80s borrowed from "Prairie", Victorian or Renaissance fashions but other nostalgic styes were used for inspiration as well.
This darling dress is very similar to the frocks young or adolescent girls wore during Edwardian times. Sheer pink gauze with pleated blouson bodice dropped to the hip and pleated skirt...elbow length pleat tuck sleeves...square neckline with oversized ribbon and lace trimmed collar. The band at the hip has adjustable tabs with pearl buttons. There are pearl buttons and loops in back.
Never worn, it still has the original Gunne Sax hang tab (pictured above). It is in excellent condition but since it has been hanging in storage for thirty years you will want to clean it before wearing. Dry cleaning or gentle hand washing and hang drying is recommended.
Med/Small in size it has the following measurements.
Bust up to 37"
Waistfree
Hips up to 37"
Excellent Condition
$95.00
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A rare style Gunne Sax dress from the late 70s.
Most Gunne Sax from the 70s and 80s borrowed from "Prairie", Victorian or Renaissance fashions but other nostalgic styes were used for inspiration as well.
This darling dress is very similar to the frocks young or adolescent girls wore during Edwardian times. White cotton batiste with dropped waist and gathered skirt... Pleat tucked bodice has oversized ribbon and lace trimmed collar...elbow length full sleeves heavily adorned with cotton lace
Never worn, it still has the original Gunne Sax hang tab (pictured above). It is in excellent condition but since it has been hanging in storage for thirty years you will want to clean it before wearing. Dry cleaning or gentle hand washing and hang drying is recommended.
Med/Small in size it has the following measurements.
Bust up to 37"
Waistfree
Hips up to 37"
Excellent Condition
$95.00
#5130
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Pretty "milk maid" style dress by Gunne Sax circa 1970s.
Nobody made retro romantic dresses like Gunne Sax. Jessica McClintock purchased the company in 1969. Her dresses were all about romance and fantasy. The designs borrowed from Early American, Victorian and Renaissance styles. Some were simple others quite fancy. They were worn to school dances, as prom dresses and even as alternative bridal gowns.
This Gunne sax is done in calico cotton with a black background and dainty floral print. A clever combination of renaissance and prairie chic, it features a very fitted bodice with peplum, V neck and lace up decollete. In back it ties at the waist with long narrow sashes. The sleeves are slim and long with a slightly puffed cap. The outline of the bodice is defined with ecru lace and a coordinating fabric band. Attached at the waist is a long gathered skirt with lace trimmed ruffled hem.
The size is very small about a 2 or 4 by todays standards. It has the following measurements.
Bust 32"
Waist 25"
Hips up to 37"
Length from shoulder to hem 58"
Excellent Condition
$125.00
#5088
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Beautiful velvet and chiffon gown circa 1970s. Wear it long or have it hemmed to above the knee for an unusual and fun party dress. There are so many lovely details in this dress I don't know where to begin. The front and back of the empire bodice are done in a golden safron chiffon over taffeta. The side panels of the bodice are velvet. It has a high neckline edged with dainty ruffles and sweet flower embroidered trim. (hard to see in this photo see detail photos). The bodice panels are also edged with the same embroidered trim. There is a long plain, satin ribbon tied just under the bust. The sleeves are wonderful and are also better seen in the detail photos (click on the picture to see them) They are done in the same chiffon with tiny set in accordian pleats. Just lovely. They end in a velvet band with embroidered trim then pleated ruffle cuff. The long straight skirt is a deep golden velvet, fitted at the waist. The only lable left in the dress is a dry clean lable. I do not know the maker. The size is Med/small with the following measurements.
Bust 36"
Waist 28"
Hips 37"
The dress was only worn once and is...
Excellent Condition
$110.00
#5091
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Vintage inspiration ala Anna Sui
Anna Sui had some fun borrowing from a number or earlier eras when designing this vintage-look, contemporary gown. The material is a deep rust-red crushed velvet. The bodice has a high rounded collar and stylized "leg-o-mutton" sleeves. The lower part of the sleeves are very narrow and have "arts and crafts" style embroidery at the wrist. The front of the bodice is embroidered in the same manner. The long bias cut skirt has a high empire waist. It is clings to the torso, skims the legs and has an embroidered panel around the hem. . This is an extra small dress, a modern size 2. It has the following measurements.
Bust 32"
Waist 25"
Hips 35"
The sleeves are very narrow and measure 25" long.
Excellent Condition
$155.00
#5089
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Medieval inspired gown from the 1970s.
The dress is all one but made to look like two pieces. It has the appearance of a brocade underdress with gold trimmed, velvet over bodice.
The brocade in this dress is just beautiful. It is a combination of midnight blue and pale metallic silver AND gold threads , woven in a complex medallion pattern. The top of the dress has a midnight blue velvet bodice with gold braid trim, an attached collar and full bishop sleeves done in brocade. The long skirt gathers at the waist and falls to the floor. There is no label but it is beautifully cut and constructed so I am guessing it was a custom made and designed dress. The size is med/ small around a modern size 6-8. It has the following measurements.
Bust 36"
Waist 26"
Hips 35"
Excellent Condition
$125.00
