{"product_id":"1945-beautime-formal-new-york-evening-gown-padded-hem-detail","title":"1945 Beautime Formal New York Evening Gown - Padded Hem Detail","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA truly remarkable documented 1945 evening gown by Beautime Formal of New York. This is one of those rare pieces that feels incredibly modern despite its age. The combination of the sharply defined sweetheart neckline, saturated pink ribbon detailing and sculptural padded hem gives the gown an almost contemporary, architectural quality. It would not look out of place alongside Japanese avant-garde designers of today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from an exceptionally lustrous black fabric that catches light beautifully, the gown has a fitted bodice, gathered skirt and graduated ribbon trim at the neckline. The padded ribbon work at the hem creates an unusual wave-like effect that gives movement even when displayed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe condition is remarkable for an 80-year-old formal gown. The black fabric remains rich and glossy, the ribbon detailing retains its original structure, and the hem is exceptionally clean with no soiling or wear. A true survivor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note this is a petite-sized gown. Like many dresses of the period, the side metal zip terminates below the underarm rather than extending fully through the bodice. The neckline opening is quite small and takes careful dressing. Best suited to a petite frame with a smaller bust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautime Formal, New York\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDated 1945\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack lustrous formal fabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGraduated pink ribbon trim\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSculptural padded hem detail\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweetheart neckline\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSide metal zip closure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize XS-S\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent vintage condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabric remains exceptionally glossy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRibbon trim retains original structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHem is clean with no visible marks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne small seam separation beneath right underarm measuring approximately 2cm (please refer to last 2 photographs)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot noticeable when worn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCould be hand stitched if desired\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePriced to reflect this minor flaw\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessionally cleaned and ready to wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest suited to a petite frame with a smaller bust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXS-S\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBust- 39 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist- 33 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHip- Free ( plenty of fabric)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength- 138 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReturns are always welcome \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bring Out Your Dead Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Gown \/ Maxi \/ Strapless","offer_id":56598463152294,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0716\/5218\/0134\/files\/48E57CA5-CB09-42AF-AC40-58288EE96971.jpg?v=1780859803","url":"https:\/\/bringoutyourdead1.myshopify.com\/products\/1945-beautime-formal-new-york-evening-gown-padded-hem-detail","provider":"Bring Out Your Dead Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}