1940s Spectacular Beaded Silk Crepe Swing Dress designer-victor-costa It is a tremendous example

It is a tremendous example of the workmanship and extraordinary thought that went into swing dresses during that time period

Made of a slinky

There is a hidden inside pocket with ruffles edge along one seam inside

Separating each row of that are bands of white lace through which you get the faintest glimpse of skin

There is tons of fabric in the skirt and I love the wide ruffled edge

1940s Spectacular Beaded Silk Crepe Swing Dress designer-victor-costa It is a tremendous exampleWhat a glorious 1940s swing dress! These are getting harder and harder to find and to find a jewel like this one is just wonderful! The base fabric is a black silk crepe that drapes wonderfully when on. It has that touch of thirties influence still with a slightly wider cut through the bodice and looser drape and pleating which makes it very flattering. The skirt is long and lean with a bit of volume as it nears the hem for that perfect swing cut. On