However much you think this looks fabulous in the photographs it is infinitely better in person. This is truly one of those extraordinary, couture level pieces that every collector and vintage lover needs to own in their collections. Everything about this piece is perfection. It is in perfect condition and appears to have never been worn. It is entirely finished by hand - you can clearly see the hand work down to set the lining into the dress. The dress is constructed of long vertical panels that are folded and knife pleated flat upon each other, without creating bulk, so that as if near the skirt it turns into pleat work. The green is brilliant and there is a raised design woven directly into the exterior fabric. The jacket is as fantastic as a stand alone piece as it is as the completion of the set. Huge jeweled buttons adorn the front and I love the top stitching on the collar and those decorative flaps on each hip. A vented pleat is worked down the back seam. No shortcut was taken in the construction and it is a stand out piece in every possible way! Excellent, appears unworn condition.
Jacket
Shoulders: no defined seams
Bust: 17.5" flat across the inside from side seam to side seam
Waist: 17" flat across the inside from side seam to side seam
Length: 19.5" from neck to bottom hem
Sleeves: approx 23" long
Dress
Bust: 16.5" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 18" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 37.5" from top of shoulder to hem
The dress is fully lined in a hand set green silk of very high quality. The jacket is lined in a deeper hued green silk taffeta, also hand set and finished. The jacket closes with two huge jeweled buttons with all their stones present. The buttonholes are finished. The dress closes with a hand set, back painted metal zipper. The skirt of the dress has built in layer of silk organza. Ribbon edged finished seams inside and couture construction.
Modern Sizing equivalent: XS-SML
Item# DD926
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival