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Lot 113

Three Designer Dresses: One Martha Weathered, One Bill Blass, One Chloé, 1980s

Lot 113

Three Designer Dresses: One Martha Weathered, One Bill Blass, One Chloé, 1980s

Status:

Closed

Estimate: $300 - $400

Estimate$300 – $400

Status

Closed

Three Designer Dresses: One Martha Weathered, One Bill Blass, One Chloé, 1980s

This lot includes three dresses.

THE FIRST
Black silk chiffon sleeveless cocktail dress with deep V-neckline with shoulder capes, draped gathered bust and waist, straight fit skirt, and center back zipper closure.
Label: Martha Weathered
Size Label: N/A
Style/Serial No.: 307714

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 12"
Chest: 38"
Waist: 27"
Hips: 38"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 41.5"

THE SECOND
Black silk velvet strapless evening dress with gray silk moiré hip peplum, soft pink silk satin full gathered skirt, and center back zipper closure.
Label: Bill Blass
Size Label: 6
Style/Serial No.: N/A

Approximate Measurements:
Chest: 31"
Waist: 25"
Hips: 44"
Length (side seam to hem): 50"

THE THIRD
Soft pink silk crepe day dress with purple and green floral print, scoop neckline, ruffle trimmed short sleeves, dropped waist with full gathered skirt trimmed with ruffles, and center back zipper and button closure; paired with matching tie belt.
Label: Chloé
Size Label: 38
Style/Serial No.: 7Y07

Approximate Measurements:
Shoulders: 13.5"
Chest: 36"
Waist: 23.5"
Hips: 40"
Length (high shoulder point to hem): 47"
Sleeve (center back neck to hem): 19.5"
Belt Length: 69"
Belt Width: 1"

Property from the Collection of a Midwest University

Condition:

THE FIRST
The overall condition is very good with some light soiling under the arms and the front hemline has a few detached stitches at center front.

THE SECOND
The overall condition is very good with some very faint spots on the front skirt near the center front and minor soiling along the hemline.

THE THIRD
The overall condition is very good structurally with some moderate soiling noticeable under the arms, some larger spots on the front skirt located on the side right and left of the center front, with smaller spots on the left hip. There are some pin holes at he center front neckline where something appears to have pinned. The left under arm has some popped stitches. The belt has some creases in the backed section but fully intact.

Everything is sold 'As Is’. The stated overall condition of the lot is based on the assumption that the wear is consistent with age and use. The absence of any reference to the condition of a lot does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the effects of aging. All other condition issues are stated above. To request additional working condition photos, please email couturecr@hindmanauctions.com with the lot number. Condition is a matter of opinion of the evaluator and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Clients must review and agree to the Conditions of Sale before participating in an auction.

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Please email for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot.

Timothy Long

Director, Senior Specialist, Couture & Luxury Accessories

timothylong@hindmanauctions.com 312.334.4222

Mr. Long has nearly 20 years of experience as a curator of fashion and decorative arts in museums including the Museum of London, the Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and the Chicago History Museum. At Hindman, he works with individual clients, collectors, dealers, and museums to bring to auction collections of couture and luxury accessories. Mr. Long’s recent publications include Charles James: Designer in Detail and a chapter on the same designer in London Couture: British Luxury 1923–1975, both published by V&A Publishing.

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Icons of Style: Summer Fashion & Accessories

Three Designer Dresses: One Martha Weathered, One Bill Blass, One Chloé, 1980s

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