Vintage Fit-and-Flare Long Sleeve Midi Dress
Likely Vintage or Bespoke; quality of tailoring suggests mid-tier boutique or skilled dressmaker
👗 Brand / Designer
Likely Vintage or Bespoke; quality of tailoring suggests mid-tier boutique or skilled dressmaker
🏷️ Category
Clothing - Dress
💰 Estimated Value
Retail: $150-$300; Resale: $65-$125 based on vintage market demand
✨ Condition
Good-Excellent; visible structure is intact with no obvious pilling or surface damage
Style & Aesthetic
Style: Mourning/Formal Classic with a Vintage Retro aesthetic
Color Palette: Solid Matte Black
Fashion Details
Material & Fabric
Crepe-textured fabric, likely a wool-blend or high-quality synthetic like polyester crepe
Sizing & Fit
Tailored fit through the bodice with a flared skirt; approximately a modern US Size 6/8 based on proportions
Season / Collection
Core/Classic heritage style; year-round formal wear
Origin
Unknown, likely UK or USA based on construction style
Era / Decade
1940s-inspired silhouette with 1980s construction elements
Authentication & Value
Authenticity Indicators
Covered buttons on cuffs and princess seaming suggest high-quality garment construction; no visible designer labels
Estimated Value
Retail: $150-$300; Resale: $65-$125 based on vintage market demand
Condition Assessment
Good-Excellent; visible structure is intact with no obvious pilling or surface damage
Care & Styling
Care Instructions
Dry clean only to maintain structured shoulders and crepe texture; store on padded hangers
Styling Suggestions
Pair with a pearl necklace for a classic look or a decorative brooch to break up the monochromatic black; suitable for funerals, formal lunches, or theatre.
Special Features
Puffed shoulders, buttoned cuffs, princess seams, and a drop-waist pleated skirt