Darkest Velvet Dress - DESIGNER

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This lush dark purple velvet cocktail dress is at least 20 years young from iconic New Zealand designer, Thornton Hall. In excellent condition, this dress is perfect for cocktails or a ball. Decadent and feminine in its tailored cut with the addition of the lace straps - this is perfect for dancing!

Putting your stamp of individuality, personality and pizzazz in your look will fit right into any chic event. This dress flatters the body and looks great with your favourite footwear. Our choice? Strappy metallic sandals bring just a little more luxe to your look!

Circa: 1970 - 2000
Origin:
Private Collection NZ
Label:
Thornton Hall

Fabric:
Velvet
Condition:
Excellent commensurate with age and love

Modern Size Indicator*:
8 - 10
Measurement: Bust 40 cm, Waist 36 cm, Hip 48 cm (Laid flat)
Vintage Size Indicator: na

Fit: Tailored
Fixture: Original

DESIGNER INFORMATION: 
More information about the label Thornton Hall can be found in New Zealand Fashion Museum.

NOTE:
Sale Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colors may display differently on various devices.

Our vintage items are rated as follows:
  • Excellent: Near or near to new quality, with no noted flaws and may often be presented in original packaging or, with original tags (deadstock) all commensurate with age and love
  • Very Good: May have some minor issue, as seen or noted
  • Good: Some minor flaws which may be repairable, or may not detract from the garment when worn
  • Rescue: Flaws as described which may or may not detract when worn in most cases possibility of repair

We estimate sizes as current or, 'modern' sizing rather than vintage sizing as eras do vary.

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