Vintage Ivory & Gold Metallic Lace Feather-Hem Mini Dress
Possibly Custom-Made | 1960s-Inspired Silhouette
A little extravagance, beautifully preserved.
An extraordinary vintage cocktail mini rendered in ivory floral lace with shimmering metallic-gold detailing. The softly structured rolled neckline, long sleeves, and gently shaped silhouette give way to a dramatic feather-trimmed hem—a striking balance of restraint and spectacle.
A center-back zipper and hook-and-eye closures finish the design. The body is lined in lightweight ivory woven fabric, while the metallic floral lace lends dimension and a subtle golden glow.
Unlabeled and possibly custom or home-sewn, this distinctive piece recalls the playful glamour of 1960s eveningwear.
Details
- Ivory floral lace with metallic-gold detailing
- Softly structured rolled neckline
- Long sleeves
- Gently shaped, slightly flared mini silhouette
- Dramatic feather-trimmed hem
- Center-back zipper with two hook-and-eye closures
- Lightweight ivory body lining
- No visible maker's label
- Fabric composition and exact age unknown
Measurements
Approximate garment measurements:
- Shoulders: 15"
- Bust: 36"
- Waist: 34"
- Lower body: 42"
- Sleeve length: 23"
- Wrist opening: 9" (measurement method to be confirmed)
- Neck circumference: 15"
- Total length, including feathers: 28"
Please compare measurements with a similar garment you own for best fit.
Vintage Condition
Pre-owned vintage condition with age-related wear and delicate interior finishing. Deteriorated original sheer sleeve lining and underarm pads have been carefully removed. The main body lining remains intact. Remaining cuff lining may benefit from minor securing stitches. Some loose interior threads are present. Please review all photographs.
Curator's Note
A dress with its own sense of occasion. The ivory-and-gold lace catches the light quietly; the feathered hem makes the entrance. We imagine it with a petite pillbox hat, satin heels, and a beautifully understated clutch. No occasion too small for a little drama.