{"product_id":"rare-1950s-fontana-dress-sorelle-fontana-couture-dress-pale-blue-organdy-dress-w-appliques-fit-and-flare-party-dress-size-small","title":"Rare 1950s FONTANA Dress \/ Sorelle Fontana Couture Dress \/ Pale Blue Organdy Dress w\/ Appliqués \/ Fit and Flare Party Dress \/ Size Small","description":"\u003cp\u003eSorelle Fontana gowns are in many museum collections, including the Met Costume Institute. A dress similar to ours but as a gown was made for Jacqueline Kennedy.  It resides in the JFK Presidential Library and Museum. \u003cbr\u003e\n(**see shipping message below)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e~Rare 1950s pale blue silk organdy couture dress by the Fontana sisters\u003cbr\u003e\n~Imbued with the hallmarks that made the Fontana designs important\u003cbr\u003e\n~Pale blue silk organdy backed by netting\u003cbr\u003e\n~Appliqued by hand with amoeba-like silk velvet shapes, surrounded in iridescent sequins, dotted with \u003cbr\u003e\n rhinestones\u003cbr\u003e\n~Wide shoulder straps and neckline are trimmed in a coiled serpentine design\u003cbr\u003e\n~Trim continued in the body of the skirt, surrounding diamond shapes, some filled with ruched tulle \u003cbr\u003e\n~Beaded shapes and beaded and sequin pinwheels throughout dress\u003cbr\u003e\n~Beading found throughout the dress \u003cbr\u003e\n~Fitted seams at  waist, with an interior waist cincher \u003cbr\u003e\n~Skirt has singular seam going down the back\u003cbr\u003e\n~Metal back zipper \u003cbr\u003e\n~Hook and eye for closure\u003cbr\u003e\n~Hand-finished seams\u003cbr\u003e\n~Embellishments stitched on by hand\u003cbr\u003e\n~Pale peach silk taffeta petticoat with horse hair trimmed stiff ruffle underneath\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e*Photographed with an extra petticoat to add fullness and show off the pattern, petticoat is not for sale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSize- Small\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBust - 36\"\u003cbr\u003e\nWaist - 26\"\u003cbr\u003e\nHips -  free\u003cbr\u003e\nLength - 48\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**We will ship this priority mail but strongly suggest you choose expedited shipping. International buyers must choose expedited. Message us with any questions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003cp\u003eLabel: Fontana Export Rome Made In Italy. \u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Excellent vintage condition with some cavoites. We have not attempted to clean or repair anything on this dress because we don't feel that it is necessary. We feel it would be detrimental. There are a few tiny spots, minimal bead loss, a tiny hole or two; a bit of yellowing at the tip of the armpit and one thin thread belt loop at the back but no belt. None of this really matters as this dress is so fabulous!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll vintage is sold in \"as-is\" condition. We do our best to inspect, correct, and list important flaws. All measurements are made with the garment laying flat. Length is measured from shoulder to hem unless otherwise noted. Color is described as closely as possible. Be aware that monitors show color differently. Message us for any needed clarifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review our return policy here: No returns or exchanges. Compare your measurements and see our stated condition. Message us with your concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInternational customers: We strongly recommend choosing Priority Shipping which would give you tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Off Broadway Vintage \u0026 Costumes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45932736512161,"sku":null,"price":4450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0465\/7489\/5265\/files\/il_fullxfull.4006073520_g5dw.jpg?v=1776362771","url":"https:\/\/offbroadwayvintage.com\/products\/rare-1950s-fontana-dress-sorelle-fontana-couture-dress-pale-blue-organdy-dress-w-appliques-fit-and-flare-party-dress-size-small","provider":"Off Broadway Vintage \u0026 Costumes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}