70s Women's Dress Cocktail Party Painted Velvet Vintage Soutache Illusion Small to Medium VFG Richilene 90s The hem was let down

The hem was let down at some point - the seamstress used lace hem backing to get maximum length

I also note some overall light pilling

with a snap at the top of the neck

You can wear the pieces together for a polished office look

70s Women's Dress Cocktail Party Painted Velvet Vintage Soutache Illusion Small to Medium VFG Richilene 90s The hem was let downAn amazing vintage 1970s cocktail or party dress! The fitted bodice is lace, overlaid with soutache braid and lined in illusion netting. Sleeves are unlined to show your natural skin tones underneath. The lightly gathered velvet skirt is completely embellished with a painted on floral motif in glowing tones. The skirt has a left side seam slit for ease in walking and dancing. SIZE: No size label Measurements Inches Cm Bust 33. 5" 85 Shoulders 14" 35.