Late 1970s Richilene Velvet Burnout Dress
Dates to the late 70s to early 80s
Fabricated in a Rayon blend velvet burnout in a blue green peacock color
Bodice and skirt are fully lined in a crisp cotton blend lining
Sleeves are unlined
Wide squared neckline
Snap tabs to attach to bra straps inside shoulders
Full length sleeves pleated at caps with small pads inside the sleeve caps to hold the shape
3/4” blind hem sleeve finish clean finished with hem tape
Bodice fitted with princess seams open into knife pleats on both the front and back of the skirt
Inverted box pleats at the side seams
1 3/8” blind hem clean finished with hem tape
Maker: Richilene New York
Condition: Excellent. This was gently worn and well stored. (See photos) Arrives freshly dry cleaned and ready to wear.
Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.
Vintage Size: 12, (Not modern sizing) Looks to best suit a modern Medium/Large, please use measurements below.
Shoulder: 16.5”
Bust: 40”
Waist: 32”
Hips: 56”
Sweep: 58”
Length from Waist to Hem: 59.5”
Sleeve Length: 19” under arm
Sleeve Length: 26” over arm
Bicep: 14”
Sleeve Opening: 9”
Mannequin has a 32” Bust, 24.5” waist and 34.5” low hip
Has been clipped on mannequin
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
Dates to the late 70s to early 80s
Fabricated in a Rayon blend velvet burnout in a blue green peacock color
Bodice and skirt are fully lined in a crisp cotton blend lining
Sleeves are unlined
Wide squared neckline
Snap tabs to attach to bra straps inside shoulders
Full length sleeves pleated at caps with small pads inside the sleeve caps to hold the shape
3/4” blind hem sleeve finish clean finished with hem tape
Bodice fitted with princess seams open into knife pleats on both the front and back of the skirt
Inverted box pleats at the side seams
1 3/8” blind hem clean finished with hem tape
Maker: Richilene New York
Condition: Excellent. This was gently worn and well stored. (See photos) Arrives freshly dry cleaned and ready to wear.
Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.
Vintage Size: 12, (Not modern sizing) Looks to best suit a modern Medium/Large, please use measurements below.
Shoulder: 16.5”
Bust: 40”
Waist: 32”
Hips: 56”
Sweep: 58”
Length from Waist to Hem: 59.5”
Sleeve Length: 19” under arm
Sleeve Length: 26” over arm
Bicep: 14”
Sleeve Opening: 9”
Mannequin has a 32” Bust, 24.5” waist and 34.5” low hip
Has been clipped on mannequin
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
Dates to the late 70s to early 80s
Fabricated in a Rayon blend velvet burnout in a blue green peacock color
Bodice and skirt are fully lined in a crisp cotton blend lining
Sleeves are unlined
Wide squared neckline
Snap tabs to attach to bra straps inside shoulders
Full length sleeves pleated at caps with small pads inside the sleeve caps to hold the shape
3/4” blind hem sleeve finish clean finished with hem tape
Bodice fitted with princess seams open into knife pleats on both the front and back of the skirt
Inverted box pleats at the side seams
1 3/8” blind hem clean finished with hem tape
Maker: Richilene New York
Condition: Excellent. This was gently worn and well stored. (See photos) Arrives freshly dry cleaned and ready to wear.
Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.
Vintage Size: 12, (Not modern sizing) Looks to best suit a modern Medium/Large, please use measurements below.
Shoulder: 16.5”
Bust: 40”
Waist: 32”
Hips: 56”
Sweep: 58”
Length from Waist to Hem: 59.5”
Sleeve Length: 19” under arm
Sleeve Length: 26” over arm
Bicep: 14”
Sleeve Opening: 9”
Mannequin has a 32” Bust, 24.5” waist and 34.5” low hip
Has been clipped on mannequin
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
