1930s Black Lace Sleeveless Dress with Wrap Over Neckline Indian_paisley_set skirt and corset all retain

skirt and corset all retain the original yellow Christian Lacroix Paris haute couture labels

It is cut in a classic bias cut shape

The body of this decadent top is crafted from gauzy white cotton and adorned with panels of white lace

In very good vintage condition with a few tiny scratches to the plated metal at the back from normal wear - not visible when worn

Under the bust sits a narrow boned corset which fastens under the left arm with hook-and-eye clasps

1930s Black Lace Sleeveless Dress with Wrap Over Neckline Indian_paisley_set skirt and corset all retainThis beautifully made 1930s black lace maxi dress is one of the best we have had for some time. Gowns of this era are extremely collectable, particularly when theyre in such rare excellent condition. It is tailored from inky black lace patterned with vines and spiralling forms and a sheer finish. It falls to a floor skimming length, is sleeveless and the neckline is trimmed with sheer chiffon which forms a zig zagging pattern down the lengths of the v