Five Designer Evening Tops

THE FIRST
Evening tunic blouse in black silk faille with bead and rhinestone embellishments at center front and around hem. Collarless, round neckline. Full length bishop sleeves with buttoned shirt cuffs. Light shoulder padding. Zipper closure at back. Fully lined.
Label: André Laug
Size Label: 8
Date: 1980's
Country of Origin: Italy

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 15“
Chest: 40“
Waist: 40“
Hips: 37“
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 29“
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 30“

THE SECOND
Sweater in black wool knit with black bugle bead embellishments at front chest, neckline, and at sleeve hems. Collarless, round neckline. Wrist length sleeves. No closures. Unlined.
Label: Salvatore Ferragamo
Size Label: M
Date: 1980's-1990's
Country of Origin: Italy

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 17“
Chest: 41“
Waist: 42“
Hips: 44“
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 25"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 27.5“

THE THIRD
Overblouse in silver-tone lamé devoré on a black base. Collarless, round neckline. Wrist length sleeves. Single hook-and-eye closure at neckline. Fully lined.
Label: Becky Bisoulis
Size Label: N/A
Date: 1980's-1990's
Country of Origin: USA

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 16“
Chest: 38“
Waist: 40“
Hips: 42“
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 29.5“
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 27“

THE FOURTH
Open-front cardigan in black viscose/rayon blend knit with all-over black bugle bead embellishments. Moderate stretch content. Shoulder pads. Two pockets at front. No closures. Unlined.
Label: Ultimo
Size Label: M
Date: Late 20th Century
Country of Origin: Korea

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 16“
Chest: 37“
Waist: 37“
Hips: 39"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 33"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 32“

THE FIFTH
Mini shift dress in black silk chiffon with entirely black sequin embellished bodice; sequin fringe trim at hem. Two large rhinestone attached brooches at upper chest/neckline. Wide scoop neckline. Black sheer wrist-length sleeves with button closures at hems. No closures. Fully lined. Includes retail tag with a listed price of $6,240.

Label: Gianfranco Ferré
Retail Label: Ultimo
Size Label: 10
Date: Late 20th Century
Country of Origin: Italy

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 17“
Chest: 42“
Waist: 42“
Hips: 44“
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 37“
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 25.5“

From the Private Collection of Merle Reskin

This lot is located in Chicago.

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is very good. A few missing beads at hem. Light residue mark at back of left sleeve.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is very good. A few loose beads at sleeve hems.

THE THIRD
The overall condition is very good. Little to no signs of wear.

THE FOURTH
The overall condition is very good. Light signs of age.

THE FIFTH
The overall condition is very good. Retains original retail tag for $6,240.

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Associate Vice President, Head of Department, Luxury Handbags & Couture

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Tanner Branson joined Freeman’s in 2022 where he provides streamlined services for couture clients evaluating and appraising luxury handbags and luxury goods. Mr. Branson brings over a decade of experience in the luxury market working for brands such as The Row and Brunello Cucinelli. He has also collaborated with celebrity clients to curate personal and public wardrobes and done commercial and editorial styling work for print and digital publications internationally. At Freeman’s Mr. Branson combines his endless passion for fashion history and luxury goods with his educational background. He has a BA in Fashion Business from Columbia College. Mr. Branson is affiliated with various auxiliary boards including the Costume Council of the Chicago History Museum. Mr. Branson also appears on the top-rated PBS television program Antiques Roadshow.

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Five Designer Evening Tops

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