1930s Gold Lame Dress with Cape Sleeves and Matching Belt 1940s_crepe This dress fit her well

This dress fit her well

This timeless 1950s New Look style Haute Couture two piece by Pierre Balmain is in impeccable condition with exceptional line and form

The silk chiffon overlay on the bodice is beautifully fashioned into a pleated cross over effect above the neatly synched waistband

There is a neatly synched waistband defined with a piped band of matching fabric that presents like a dainty belt

The generous skirt flares out from a fitted waistband and is arranged into sharp concertina pleats

1930s Gold Lame Dress with Cape Sleeves and Matching Belt 1940s_crepe This dress fit her wellThis incredible gold lame party dress, circa late 1930s, is undeniably modern for a piece of this era. The soft gold metallic fabric is beautifully tailored in the bodice with batwing style sleeves curving in towards a petit and tidy waistline. The open neckline has a notched blouse collar and falls easily into a deep V above the central button stand. There are 11 x fabric covered buttons which run from the centre bust to the navel and rest above