{"product_id":"1970s-thea-porter-hand-dyed-pink-silk-chiffon-dress-w-metallic-gold-details-sequin-medallions","title":"1970s Thea Porter Hand Dyed Pink Silk Chiffon Dress w Metallic Gold Details \u0026 Sequin Medallions","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis gorgeous Thea Porter dress dates to the early-mid 1970s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIt was made under the creative direction of Thea Porter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt feels very much like a variation on her iconic Faye dress in its lines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe Faye dress was named after Faye Dunaway and Thea made these in various fabrications starting in 1968. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese were one of her most iconic designs. Given her extremely limited run on certain pieces it could be one of only a couple that exist. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is truly a very special piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dress combines a hand dyed silk chiffon with metallic gold infused chiffon and sequin medallions that have been handed applied.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neckline comes down at the front and there is a modesty panel that has been added that matches the fabric of the sleeves. If you wanted a more bare look all the way to the waist you could easily have this removed and it would dramatically change the feel of the dress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach shoulder has a light padding tacked inside that holds the shape across the top. If you wanted a softer feel you could easily remove them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach sleeve is gathered into the top of the shoulder and then they are cut to be extremely wide and full, flaring out to their ends. The silk of the sleeves match the modesty panel at the front. Both areas are made out of a deeper red chiffon that has a pattern running through it and then over that pattern are bands of gold metallic stripes worked through the chiffon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe waist is seamed for some added shape and if you wish to cinch it in even more you could add a belt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnder that the dress flares out over the hips and becomes beautifully wide by the time it reaches the hem. All of the silk of the skirt is cut on the bias. The top pink silk layer sits over an inner red chiffon layer that is also cut on the bias. The layering of the two colours is very pretty and creates a beautiful effect and depth of colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pattern on the top layer of the silk is fantastic. It has a tie dye feel to it that I absolutely love.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe perfect final detail are the three medallions that are hand-sewn in a row down one side of the bodice. Each one is hand cut and embroidered around their edges. Inside the have hand finished patterns done with embroidery, small tube beads and sequins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an exceptional and rare example of her work. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe body of the dress is fully lined in a pink chiffon through the bodice and red chiffon through the skirt. The sleeves are unlined. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt closes with a back zipper. Light padding tacked into each shoulder. I see minor fading near the hem, a faint mark and a small tear also near the hem. These are a minor and mentioned for accuracy. There is so much fabric in the skirt you would never notice them once on. Please see the photos after the label shot.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTagged a vintage Thea Porter UK10\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent condition with the note above.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSleeves: 17.5\" and they are full and open around the upper arm\u003cbr\u003eShoulders: 15\"\u003cbr\u003eBust: 17.5\" flat across from side seam to side seam\u003cbr\u003eWaist: 13\" flat across from side seam to side seam\u003cbr\u003eHips: to 22\" flat across from side seam to side seam\u003cbr\u003eBodice: 15\" from top of shoulder to waist\u003cbr\u003eTotal length: 58\" from top of shoulder to hem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eModern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eItem# DD5841\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAll items are thoroughly checked over before shipping. Unless noted everything in our shop has been professionally cleaned. All sales are final. Overseas clients will be emailed to obtain agreement to our final sales policy before the order is shipped as per our return policy.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shrimpton Couture","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54811290632476,"sku":"DD5841","price":3200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0243\/7483\/files\/1_dd6836b3-5886-4fba-988c-8b2281a856be.jpg?v=1793560456","url":"https:\/\/www.shrimptoncouture.com\/products\/1970s-thea-porter-hand-dyed-pink-silk-chiffon-dress-w-metallic-gold-details-sequin-medallions","provider":"Shrimpton Couture","version":"1.0","type":"link"}