Created by the same designer who made Grace Kelly's wedding gown, this ball gown is instantly recognizable as a vintage masterpiece in the style of Charles James. The ballooning rear bow and floral bouquet make it beautiful from all angles, and the unusual baby blue and brown color combination is a refreshing departure from typical ball gown fare.
Strapless ball gown with cummerbund-folded surplice bodice, sculpted waist and dramatically flared skirt with four full-length front princess seams that come to a point at sternum. Massive 1 ½’ rear bow with detachable 4’ train and floral silk bouquet that cascades from center back. Two flexible stays inside bodice, plus interior grosgrain waistband with hook and eye closure; rear metal zipper closure with top hook and eye, plus hidden snaps for hanging train, if desired. Hanging straps; fully lined in silk taffeta.
fabric: heavyweight duchess satin
noteworthy: dry clean only
repairs: reattached bow and train snaps where necessary
condition: excellent with light underarm staining and gentle lining discoloration
measurements:
bust: 34”
underbust/ribcage: 28”
waist: 26”
hips: free
length: 53 ½” from underarm
sweep: 108”
hem: 3 ½”
train: graduated 6” – 23” wide x 46” long
label: Helen Rose
size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size small