Bill Blass
S/S 1996 Apricot Silk Crepe Halter Gown with Cutout Sides [Runway Sample]
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S/S 1996 Bill Blass apricot silk crepe halter gown with cutout sides (Runway Sample). Sleeveless gown with single halter tie strap that gathers in loop at bustline, creating beautiful draped column construction when worn. Gown ties at nape of neck and has open side / lower back cutout, with concealed back zip closure and hook-and-eye closures at center back. As seen on the runway. Runway Sample acquired directly from the Bill Blass Archive. In very good vintage condition with light spotting at hemline and very faint spots throughout remainder of dress (unnoticeable when worn unless upon close inspection); and small re-stitched area at halter straps. Has been taken to couture cleaner and arrives ready to wear.
Measurements
Best fits size US 4 - 6. Photographed clipped slightly on size US 2 - 4 mannequin.
Pit to Pit (Bust): 18.2" lying flat (36.4" when worn; taken based off of bust through highest point of back paneling)
Waist: 14.0" lying flat (28.0" when worn); accommodates up to 17.5" due to drape construction (35.0" when worn)
Hip: 18.2" lying flat (36.4" when worn); accommodates up to 21.0" due to drape construction (42.0" when worn)
Length: approximately 59.7" from nape of neck to front hemline; 63.4" from nape of neck to back hemline (slight train); length is adjustable with halter neck tie
Returns
Returns are not eligible for this garment. Please read the condition, fabric contents, and item description in full and compare the measurements to your own. If you have any questions, please send us an email to Studio@TabVintage.com prior to purchase and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Size Guide
| XS | S | M | L | XL | |
| Numeric Size | 0-2 | 4 | 6-8 | 10 | 12-14 |
|
Bust |
32-33 | 34-35 | 36-37 | 38-39 | 40-41 |
| Waist | 23-25 | 26-27 | 28-30 | 31-32 | 33-36 |
| Hips |
32.5-35.8
|
35.8-37.8
|
37.8-40 | 40-42.5 | 42.5-49.5 |
* All measurements are in inches.