Fred Perlberg 1940s Black and Gold Chiffon Evening Dress with Matching Gloves Russet_Chiffon_Dress The bodice features a flattering

The bodice features a flattering crossover v-neck front and back with delicate ruching that sculpts the low-slung waist

This wonderful cocktail number is in excellent condition and would best suit up to a US size 4

Pieces such as this would have been designed as sportswear and outwear for women in the elite at the turn of the century and would have been worn on shooting excursions and country walks

front opening and hem plus a large statement ruffle all the way around the neckline

Fred Perlberg 1940s Black and Gold Chiffon Evening Dress with Matching Gloves Russet_Chiffon_Dress The bodice features a flatteringThis arresting Fred Perlberg 1940s black chiffon evening dress with matching gloves is designed to turn heads on the dance floor. Part of it's creator's lovingly titled range of party and dance dresses "Dance Originals", the emphasis on movement and show stopping glamour is evident in this piece. Thin spaghetti straps support a dramatic horizontal neckline , which is softened by chiffon arranged attractively over the bust line in a cross over fashion.