1930s Pleated Taffeta Slip Gown - XS 1980s formal wear stamped with the manufacturer's advertisement

stamped with the manufacturer's advertisement instead of a label

T-shirt style with ribbed bands

Shoulders 52 cm (20

American Civil War era lightweight silk cape would have been a mourning garment worn in not so cold weather

Late 1950s

1930s Pleated Taffeta Slip Gown - XS 1980s formal wear stamped with the manufacturer's advertisementIvory rayon taffeta slip worn as a gown has V neck, empire waist and side snap closure. The floor length skirt is straight over the hips and has wide pleats at front and back from hips to ankles. The straps are blue and white floral silk organza and no doubt once matched the sheer gown that went over the slip. Ankle length. Custom made, no labels 1930s. Measurements Small Bust 81 cm (32") Under bust 71 cm (28") Hips to 92 cm (36") Shoulder to under