1985 A/W Couture Ruffle Pleat Velvet Taffeta Gown
Breathtaking and rare ruffle trumpet gown by Pierre Cardin from the 1985 Fall Couture collection. This gown once belonged to Countess Anita von Galen, a German aristocrat and socialite known for her avant-garde sense of style and brilliant grand entertaining. Velvet and silk taffeta ruffle black gown From the 1985 Fall Couture collection Round high ruffle neckline, snap button for high neck Soft velvet bodice Sleeves with zipper opening Inner waistband fastener Pleated ruffle panels run down length of gown Ruffles resemble angel trumpet flowers Back vent slit opening Center back zipper, hook-and-eye closure Velvet, Silk Taffeta, no fabric contents Pierre Cardin label Very good vintage condition, back vent slit seam stitching coming undone, depleted shoulder pads, velvet at waist has flattened piles Estimated Size: XS/S / 0-4 Measurements Bust: 36" Waist: 26" Hip: 35" Sweep: 40" Length (Center Back): 60" Length (Center Back to Waist): 15.5" Length (Waist to Hem):