vintage VICTOR COSTA 1970s evening dress gown,
SAKS Purple iridescent ball gown
Victor Costa - the great imitator.
This dress was inspired by Yves Saint Laurent in the 1970s.
Fabric is a sturdy silk taffeta that has so much body it takes on a life of its own.
Color is amazing - iridescent to change in the light.
From burgundy to purple.
Fitted bodice is strapless with a sweetheart neckline.
Circling around the top is a dramatic pair of pleated ruffles.
Super full skirt is gathered at the waist with yards and yards of fabric.
Cascades down to a bit of a train.
Ruffled pleated bottom.
Fully lined.
True collector and statement piece.
Excellent condition.
Measures:
Clipped on the mannequin.
No stretch
34 bust
27 waist
free hips
53 front top of bodice to hem
Longer in the back
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