This is a magnificent gold Oscar de la Renta gown that is worthy of the red carpet or even perhaps as a wedding dress for the bride looking not to wear white. I believe this is from the late 1990s, or early 2000s and it is in immaculate condition. It is extremely beautiful and is covered with a dense application of muted gold sequins in various sizes. These run over the entire dress from top to bottom. At the neckline is a edging of beads and small rows of pearls are scattered amongst it all. The dress is made of three layers; an inner cream silk layer, a layer of silk tulle net and then the outer layer of silk tulle net that all the sequins, pearls and beads are applied to. I lvoe how they have left the raw edges of the tulle along the neckline and openings for your arm. The hem is also left cut and raw, again deliberately. The sequins that cover the dress not only vary slightly in size but also in color and the effect of the light when it catches the sequins is divine. The dress seems to glow from within. It is extremely well made and very beautiful. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a cream silk and constructed from three layers as described above. It closes at the back with a metal and nylon zipper. Tagged a size 12 but please check actual measurements below.

Bust: 18-19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19-22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 59" from shoulder to front hem, 60" to back hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2777

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This dress is not only exceptional, it is a dress that feels like it has walked through a time capsule as it still bears all its original tags. This has the added bonus of providing us with the RN number which gives us a date of approximately 1975 for this beauty. It cost $2500 at that time which translates to a price tag of about $11,000 in current dollars. 

This fabulous maxi dress has an exotic and beautiful pattern that has a gold lame thread woven through the silk. Oscar then took that stunning fabric and made it pop even more with the addition of a braided gold metal thread edging that runs down the edge of the skirt and around the hem. It also circles the neckline and edges the overlap there as well as circles each cuff. Huge crystal domes buttons also sit along the detailing on the bodice. Perhaps most astonishing is the addition of hundreds of little brass bells that are hand placed into all the braiding. These are real bells so every time you move there is a wonderful little sound hat all those bells makes. Its amazing. The skirt cascades to the floor and appears to wrap around itself though it is all attached and secure. I love the offset feel tot he top that continues the illusion of a wrap dress. The silk chiffon is lightweight and the fabric really allows the skirt to swirl around you as you move. It has a slim cut matching belt that you can use to cinch in the waist for more shape. Everything about it is extraordinary and it is very beautiful and a real testament to the work Oscar was doing during this time period. Excellent condition.

The bodice and sleeves are fully lined in a blue silk satin of high quality and the skirt is unlined. It closes with a back, hidden set metal and nylon zipper. Zips at each cuff. Light padding in each shoulder. Tagged a size 10. The belt is in excellent shape and closes with hook and grommets. It has all its original hang tags and has never been worn.

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 18" from neck to waist
Skirt: 41" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2735

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This is a beautiful and romantic full length dress with a matching full length scarf or cape piece that can be worn in a variety of ways by the great American couturier Oscar de la Renta. Both pieces are constructed from a lightweight, printed silk chiffon that has a pretty floral design screened onto it's black base. I love how the silk of the cape has an extra layer of texture with its little rectangles of a more opaque pattern woven through the silk effect woven directly into it - this really gives it in extra bit of texture and interest visually - like a lattice upon which the flowers trail across. The bodice of the dress itself is so pretty. It is gathered across the bust and there are tiny silk straps that come out from the center and curve up and around the neck. The skirt cascades to the floor and the silk chiffon floats over the inner silk skirting giving it the feel of airiness and lightness. The skirt is not too full nor too slim. A matching long caped piece can be worn a variety of ways - it hooks to close at the neck and the lightness of the silk allows you to wear it as a cape or even as a long scarf. A really lovely and pretty set that is very well made. Excellent condition

The dress is fully lined in a black silk chiffon through the skirt and a more opaque silk through the bodice. The cape is unlined. The dress closes with a hand set, side painted metal zipper and the cape closes with a hook & eye at the neck. Hand finishes.

Dress
Bust: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam with room for an A cup at the front
Under Bust: 14"
Natural Waist: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 55" from top of the bodice dress to hem. The halter allows the area formt he top of the bodice to the neck to be adjusted

Shawl
Length: 55.5" neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XSpSML

Item# DD2732

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I am obsessed with the huge bow that sits at the neck of this early Oscar piece. It is the kind of dramatic finish that his earlier pieces had and that the later ones built upon. The fabric used is a mix of a light textured silk organza - which makes it shockingly light - anchored by a fine silk brocade for the skirt which gives it structure and contrast. Through both of the silks, a fine gold lurex thread has been worked through to highlight the vibrant print and give the entire gown a subtle shimmer. The two patterns that runs over the surface of the dress is fantastic - green and purple create a soft and pretty pattern that is done in two sizes and designs  - one on the skirt and another on the top. The upper bodice is cut for pure drama with a billowing cut and balloon sleeves, all topped with that dramatic bow at the neck. The bow is actually made of long attached ties that allow you to styled it how you choose but personally I love it as a full huge bow. The skirt flows to the ground with yards of silk brocade and has some fullness to balance the volume of the top portion. Excellent condition

The dress is lined through the bodice in a cream silk, with the sleeves left unlined. The skirt is lined in a purple silk. The dress closes at the back with a painted metal zipper and hook and eye at the top collar. Each cuff closes with a silk covered button.

Sleeves: 24" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust (inner): 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 42.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

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When I originally listed this I knew that it was it was someone special. The Nan Duskin boutique carried some of the best labels in the world and the quality screamed high end. While researching another Oscar de le Renta piece for the shop I just happened to stumble upon the photo that is now included here that verifies this as an ODLR dress from the collection held at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. I am so pleased to have found this information for the prospective new buyer. It is always thrilling to have the twin of a piece deemed important enough to be held in the archives of a museum.

The gown is stunningly beautiful. The construction is wonderful and the dress has a beautiful elegance to it. The velvet is used as an accent and as a back drop for the intricate, hand-done sequin work that covers it. It becomes an element of the overall design and an element of the beautiful mixture of textures rather then the predominant fabric. The top is made from a sheer black silk chiffon that has been backed in a nude silk. The sleeves are left unlined so you get a real sense of sheerness. The hand applied sequins trail up from the waist in a beautiful design that covers the bodice. Each sleeve is finished a dramatic glossy black feather cuff. I love the contrast and play of the different textures paired with the pure high glamour of the sequins and feathers. It is gorgeous and finished with lots of high end construction details. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a nude silk chiffon through the bodice and a black rayon through the skirt. The sleeves are left unlined. It closes at the back with a hand set, painted metal zipper. Lots of hand finishing and the feathers are in excellent condition. Note that there is also a wide silk satin belt that goes with this gown. We missed it while photoing but it will be shipped with the dress. It is similar to the one seen in the museum reference photo. There is no evidence of this version ever having a feather collar and I suspect that it never did and was simply a slightly different model then the one held in the museum archives.

Sleeves: 22"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 40" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# E489

Reference photo: Philadelphia Museum of Art archives

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This Oscar De la Renta gown is just waiting for the perfect party and I am thrilled to have it in the shop. The construction is beautiful on this one with a really sculpted defined shape and that incredible silver metallic design worked directly into the fabric. I love the oversized plaid pattern, when done in a silver lurex thread woven into the deep blue silk base it seems to take on a fresh new light and different perspective. The gown is a dream of construction with internal details like tulle set in and around the hip to gently hold the shape there and a wide band of dressmakers tape hidden inside the hem so that when it falls it has a touch of weight and fullness. The collar and front are done in wide panels of deep blue silk that anchor the gown and keep the silver from being overwhelming. Oscar being Oscar the still added some extra glimmer with huge glass crystal buttons running down the front. I love the shape and cut - it is classic hostess gown and very glamorous with a full skirt that flows to the floor and is perhaps a touch fuller then how it photoed. A fabulous and early Oscar design that is even better in person. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a navy muslin, including the sleeves, and closes with a painted metal zipper and hook & eye at the back neck. Hand finishes. Tulle inserts at the hip. Heavy horsehair band inside wide hem It is even more lime and gold in person. The buttons are decorative with each buttonhole properly finished underneath.

Sleeves: 22.5"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 14" from neck to waist
Skirt: 39" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2608

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This dress was Look 44 on the 2009 Resort Runway Collection. At the time, Oscar quoted to Style.com "It's a very happy collection", and indeed it was, filled with spectacular pieces like this. The dress is a sleeveless shift-style dress fashioned from sheer layers of black and nude silk chiffon with top layers of black silk tulle. The outer layer is a black tulle outer with a fabulous applique of square black "sequins" mixed with squares of layered black organza and a crinkled chiffon fabric that runs over the entire dress top to bottom.  Additionally there are glossy black square and round faceted bead/crystal accents giving the entire dress a subtle sparkle.  A wide black grosgrain bow sits at waist and I love how this goes through the sides and actually hooks around the waist of the wearer inside the dress. This allows the back to have that incredible volume and beautiful "watteau" effect that adds the perfect amount of drama. The sheerness allows you to style it numerous ways from a simple nude slip, to adding color or going very daring and wearing boy shorts and a bra under it that are meant to be seen for a more edgy feel. Feather light. In unworn, excellent condition.

Unlined and closes with a back hidden zipper.  The silk grosgrain ribbon "belt" fastens with hook and eye closures at the back inside the dress. Beautifully finished

Bust: to 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Interior band at waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 38" from shoulder to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2118

Reference runway photo from style.com

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I think this might be one of my favorite Oscar pieces that have ever landed in the shop. It is just spectacular and has such a romantic, pretty air about it that it literally makes me happy just to look at it on the hanger, never mind how fabulous it is once on. It is constructed of a beautiful blue floral print silk chiffon that flows and moved beautifully. The design that runs over the entire dress has two flowers - tiny blue ones that form the backdrop and then larger paler blue blooms that are scattered over the surface. It is almost weightless despite the yards and yards of fabric and the skirt especially is cut so that it has lots of movement and flounce. It goes right to the floor and cut with ruffled tiers that give its its fullness and floating feel. Under the top layer is a second ruffled bottomed silk organza layer that gives it the shape you see and then a silk layer under that ending at the knee that acts as the innermost lining. The top is actually a partially separate piece that sits over an inner slip top and is attached at the top of the shoulders. This floats over the inner dress and has a ruffled hip and ruffled cuffs. The waist is cinched with a long fabric sash in a matching fabric. It is just perfect and so very, very lovely. Excellent condition

The top of the inner dress is made of a silk organza and this runs inside the skirt to the knee. There is another layer of silk organza between that and the outer layer of the skirt. The exterior top sits over the slip top inside and it is attached at the shoulders. You could completely separate them if you wished without effecting the integrity of the design. The inner dress closes with a side painted metal zipper. The top that sits over that closes with snaps running down the back and the waist and cuffs of the top have elastic. Hand finishes.

Sleeves: 29.5" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15" from neck to waist
Skirt: 45" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2567

Reference Photos: Amanda Lee Shirreffs for her weekly column on our blog, Curated. Click here to see the full column >

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Even though this is a dress that was probably produced in the eighties and has lots of those eighties elements (dots and gathers anyone?) it still has those classic Oscar lines that make it timeless. His master touch makes it perfectly eighties, but in the best possible way. It has a bit of the forties feel to it but with his classic understated way. It is made from a black silk crepe with those fantastic large white dots scattered over the surface. The neckline is square cut and the sleeves kept shorter. The bodice has been draped and gathered all the way around the torso. From the waist the skirt falls in an elegant and slim column to just past the knee. This is a gorgeous little piece that could be paired with neutrals or brights and easily go from day to evening. The dots give it a high impact factor. Excellent condition.

Fully interlined with a black crepe chiffon through the skirt and back silky rayon through the bodice. It closes with a back zipper. Hand finishes.

Sleeves: 18.5" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 17.5" from natural neck to waist
Skirt: 23.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2534

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This is the second time I have had this dress and I love it just as much the second time around. It is a beautiful full length dress by Oscar De La Renta in his classic hostess gown silhouette. It is  constructed from a beautiful silk brocade whose color is a deep raspberry pink that has a purple undertone to it. The base fabric has a simple matte finish that then has a metallic thread in the same color woven through it to create the designs on the dress that you see. The metallic thread catches the light beautifully and the dots and curved peaks that run over the dress from top to bottom add a stunning visual interest. The sleeves are slightly full and caught up in a defined cuff in at each wrist. A simple scooped collar tops the simple bodice. From there the waist nips in and you can add more shape with the brilliant green metallic fabric belt whose fabric has been done on the opposite way of the dress - the base is metallic and the dots are matte. Below the waist the skirt billows out and flows to the ground in a beautiful cascade of fabric. Excellent condition

Fully lined in a purple silk and closes at the back with a hand set, painted zipper. Each sleeve closes with two hidden, fabric covered snaps. The belt is in excellent condition. Note that though the waist and bust are fuller it is cut smaller through the shoulder.

Shoulders: 14.5"
Sleeves: 23"
Bust: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: to 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 39" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: MED-LRG

Item# DD2519

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Though more recent this is one of those timeless little classics that Mr. de la Renta did so very very well. This proceeds his recent passing and will undoubtedly serve as an example of his day wear during this time period. It draws on stark graphics for inspiration and that bold play of black on white with an electric blue piping giving the design a high contrast and bit of bold pop of color. The dress is cut in a pretty and flattering shape with a defined waist and chic lines that will work for almost any day to cocktail situation. The front top crosses and gives the illusion of a crossed over wrap with bare cut outs to leave a bit of skin. This cinches into the waist that is defined by that same blue piping and then falls in piping defined panels of fabric cut in a slim skirt to just below the knew. Love it. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a cream silk crepe and closes with a back hidden set zipper. The fabric is a cotton with a touch of Elastine in it. Tagged a 4 but please check actual measurements below.

Bust: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 14.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 22.5" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2416

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This Oscar De la Renta dress is absolutely one of my favorites that I have ever had on the shop. You just look at it and want to run off immediately to a cocktail party! The construction is quite interesting on this one - it closes more like a coat, opening completely with all the closures hidden  under the huge rhinestone encrusted, decorative buttons that run down the one side. The fabric itself is a rich and luxurious silk satin and it is also lined in silk making it feel quite decadent when on. The fabric choice adds a richness and depth to the black that only serves to add to the exaggerated and dramatic cut. I love the shape and cut - it is classic little cocktail dress with a play on the full skirts form the fifties but with a sixties mod touch. It is very sexy and very glamorous with a full, short skirt that allows miles of leg to show and creates a beautiful curvy silhouette. It has a high neckline with a curved collar that swoops over to one shoulder. Those big glittering rhinestone crystal buttons glitter down the side. A fabulous and early Oscar design that is even better in person. Excellent condition

Fully line in a black silk and closes under the buttons with hidden silk covered snaps and a flat hook at the waist. The dress opens completely. The inner silk lining on the skirt is finished with a stiffened insert around the bottom hem to help hold the volume and shape. Hand finishes. I see no missing stones on the rhinestone excrusted buttons.

Sleeves: 23.5"
Shoulders: 15.5"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 13.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 16.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 19" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2392

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This darling little black dress with its amazing, sculptural back is made of a chic starched black linen! The choice of fabric gives it an instant sense of luxury and chicness. The bodice is dipped a simple sleeveless, almost bibbed feel at the front with large gold buttons sitting atop each shoulder. At the back two wide panels of fabric cross over each other leaving lots of skin exposed. The skirt below is cut to a chic midi length. I love the sculptural lines of the back and the fabric choice - it feels very jet set with that rich luxurious feel that house always seems to infuse into its goods. According to my client this originally had an Oscar de la Renta label that did not make it back form a trip to the cleaners. The interior tags match those of ODLR from this period so I don't doubt that it is. Really a wonderful and chic dress that you are getting at a steal because of the lost label. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in black tissue silk. It wraps to close with a series of buttons below the waist and then a small zipper below that. Buttons across the top of the shoulder as well.

Bust: 16.5" flat across from side seam to side seam (due to the open cut this is just the flat part across - there is not really a true side seam where we normally measure the bustline
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 14" from neck to top of waist
Skirt: 27" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD2315

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An early Oscar de la Renta jumpsuit is a bit of a rarity and this one is quite fabulous and just fun- I was pretty excited to find it! Made of a beautiful floral print scarf weight silk twill, it has just enough weight to not be shapeless but still feel light as air on. It really looks like a full maxi dress at first glance and then you realize it is full, wide pants! Cut simple through the bodice with a pretty ruffled accented V neck, it flares out from the waist in a delicious cascade of fabric forming two wide, wide legs! Each sleeve is long with a ruffled edge finishing them. The print is a over-sized floral with that perfect Oscar feminine feel. Really easy to wear but chic. A fabulous early example of Oscar. Excellent condition

Fully lined in black silk and closes at the back with a painted metal zipper.

Sleeves: 24"
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 13" from neck to waist
Pants: 41" from waist to hem
Inseam: 28"

Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED

Item# DD1977

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I have a similar dress to this one in a darker color combination and slightly different neckline but I do love the vibrant pink of this one I have to say! It is a stunning design and an early example of De La Renta's work. The colors on the soft jersey are still as crisp and true as they would have been when it was produced and I love how they absolutely pop against each other - how much more girlie can you get them a bright bubblegum, barbie pink? Cut halter style with a front that appears crossed but is really just cleverly sewn and placed, and then has a cut out at the midriff. The back is left completely bare to the waist! The skirt draped in a lean column to the floor. It all adds up to an insanely sexy dress that still manages to maintain its sense of classiness. The fabric is a jersey silk mix that makes it super easy to wear. and travel with - it is virtually wrinkle resistant. I love the design too - it really adds a fun element to the dress and showcased Oscar's more playful side! Excellent condition

Unlined and ties at the neck. Closes with a low back painted metal zipper and snaps at the waist band. Hand finished

Bust: variable with no true side seams
Waist: 12.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: approx 15" from shoulder to waist
Length: 40" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing equivalent: XS

Item# DD1970

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This divine gown from Oscar de la Renta is made of a deep bottle green silk chiffon and has a decidedly Grecian goddess feel to it. The fine, scarf weight silk gown skims over the body and drapes and flows beautifully around the wearer. It is constructed with a draped and gathered front panel that sits atop the bodice just at the edge and the fabric flows out to the floor from there. A second panel is attached so that is drapes dramatically over one shoulder cascading to the floor in an almost train like fashion. It is all cut on the bias so the gown really has the most spectacular movement. I love how it is cut supermodel length and the bias cut allows the silk to just flow and waft around you in the most beautiful way. It is simple and classic but has a high impact feel at the same time. This is the dress for when you want to look and feel a mile tall and supermodel skinny!! Excellent, appears unworn condition.

Four full layers of fine, silk chiffon were used in the construction of the gown and it closes with a hidden back set zipper. Has a inner lightly boned silk bodice with a waist stay. Tagged a 6 but please go by actual measurements. 

Note that at least 1-2" could be gained through the waist by removing or expanding the inner waist stay if you needed it. Hand finishes

Bust: 16" flat across from side seam to side seam
Inner waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Length: approx 58" from top of shoulder to hem but will rise slightly when on since it is bias cut

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# DD1818

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This dramatic, Haute Couture feeling gown, has a divine cut and presence about it. Constructed from a high grade silk gazaar that was likely chosen for its ability to hold shape and volume while still being light in weight. The gown is cut into a sculpted mermaid design with a high and voluminous caped effect that circles the shoulders and gives it its couture feel. At the back it closes in way that is hidden so the line of the dress remains unbroken. At the front, the caped shoulder highlights the face and curves down in soft pleats that work their way into the soft V neckline at the center. The waist nips in and the skirt is remarkable as it falls to the floor. From the waist to floor at the front it is a sleek column. At the back it is also cut in a fitted sheath to just past the knees. It then erupts in a full lower ruffle that gives it a trained effect at the back and volume at each side, to mimic and pick up on the shape and feel of the shoulder detailing. It is classic, feminine Oscar de la Renta and quite beautiful. Elaborate inner finishes. Excellent condition.

Fully lined in a pink silk taffeta with hand finishes. Closes with a back painted metal and nylon zipper. There is a wide belt included that is not pictured. It is backed in leather and the leather has dried out. I will include it but it would need repairs. Personally I don't like the dress with the belt. It is far chicer without. Tulle inside the shoulder detail and back skirting for added volume as seen. There skirt is also lined with silk organza and has a band of stiffening inside the bottom hem.

Shoulders: the opening is approx 16"
Bust: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: approx 15" from shoulder to waist
Skirt: 41" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: LRG

Item# DD1688

Reference Photo: Photographed for creative purposes by Nikki Ormerod, Styling: Nadia Pizzimenti, Hair & Makeup: Ashley Readings, Model: Constance from Plutino Models.

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A darling and sexy little velvet number by Oscar de la Renta will leave the swooning. Its short and strapless and fitted but without crossing that lady like line. The exterior is a velvet that has little candy colored rhinestones sprinkled all over its surface, each little cluster hand sewn into place. The interior has a full built in lingerie grade corset. I love the contrasting wide silk satin bow that sits on the bodice too! It is darling and in excellent condition

Fully lined in a black silk and has a full built in corset bra that is boned and closes with hook & eye at the back. The exterior closes with a back zipper.

Interior bust: 14-15.5" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 12" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 12" from top of bodice to waist
Skirt: 17" from waist to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS

Item# E490

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