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Online Exclusives 1980s/1990s Cocktail Dress by Huey Waltzen for Darcy
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1980s/1990s Cocktail Dress by Huey Waltzen for Darcy

$150.00

Excellent vintage condition – NWT

  • No fabric content label – gonna guess polyester blend. Lining probably acetate

  • ILGWU tag

  • Fully lined 

  • Ruche detail on front bodice

  • Jaunty flower at the waist

  • Full skirt with built in crinoline

  • Strapless with boning in the bodice

  • Center back plastic zipper

  • I did have to resew a small part of the zipper that had become unattached

Measurements taken flat and doubled:

  • Bust 34”

  • Waist 28”

  • Hip Free

Measurements taken flat:

  • Length 30 ½” Measured from top of bodice

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Excellent vintage condition – NWT

  • No fabric content label – gonna guess polyester blend. Lining probably acetate

  • ILGWU tag

  • Fully lined 

  • Ruche detail on front bodice

  • Jaunty flower at the waist

  • Full skirt with built in crinoline

  • Strapless with boning in the bodice

  • Center back plastic zipper

  • I did have to resew a small part of the zipper that had become unattached

Measurements taken flat and doubled:

  • Bust 34”

  • Waist 28”

  • Hip Free

Measurements taken flat:

  • Length 30 ½” Measured from top of bodice

Excellent vintage condition – NWT

  • No fabric content label – gonna guess polyester blend. Lining probably acetate

  • ILGWU tag

  • Fully lined 

  • Ruche detail on front bodice

  • Jaunty flower at the waist

  • Full skirt with built in crinoline

  • Strapless with boning in the bodice

  • Center back plastic zipper

  • I did have to resew a small part of the zipper that had become unattached

Measurements taken flat and doubled:

  • Bust 34”

  • Waist 28”

  • Hip Free

Measurements taken flat:

  • Length 30 ½” Measured from top of bodice

Originally purchased at Saks Fifth Avenue for $225, which is $540 in today’s money. Our price is such a bargain!

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When purchasing vintage items from The Nitty Gritty, please be reminded to shop wisely as we do not offer refunds, exchanges, or returns. Most of our inventory is over 50 years old. We will inspect items and will disclose any damages or flaws, however, we are human and may miss something. If there is a major problem, please contact us within 1-3 days upon receipt and we will find a reasonable solution for everyone.

We Buy Vintage!

What: Vintage clothing 1980s and earlier
When: Sunday & Monday (No appointment necessary!)
Where: 996 Barret Ave, Louisville, KY, 40204
Why: They just don’t make ‘em like they used to!

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