Rare Louis Feraud evening gown from the 80s-90s! This dress was likely designed by Helga Bjornsson, the Icelandic haute couture designer who worked for Louis Feraud at the time.
DETAILS: - Fabric feels like a heavyweight wool or wool blend - Fully lined with black synthetic - Vertical darts at bust - Criss-cross cutout empire waist - Long A-line skirt - Closes in back with hooks & eyes and zipper - Bust falls high, as straps may have been taken in - see "condition" section - Please note the lace bolero isn't included - sale is just for sleeveless dress
MANUFACTURER: Louis Feraud Paris
PLACE OF MANUFACTURE: Germany
SIZE: Label says vintage size 40 - fits modern S/M. All measurements taken with dress lying flat:
Bust (armpit to armpit): 34.5" (88cm) Underbust: 30" (76cm) Waist: 29" (74cm) Upper hip: 35.5" (90cm) Lower hip: 39.5" (100cm) Underarm to hem: 45.5" (115cm) Top of strap to hem: 53.5" (136cm)
For reference, my measurements are 34"-26.5"-36" and it fit as shown in photos, slightly loose.
CONDITION: Very good to excellent vintage condition.
The top of the zipper is difficult to unzip (it requires some force), but it still functions. There's some wear of the stitching around the bodice (see last pic). There's what appears to be dust on the lining from storage, but another wash or dry clean should remove it (I gave the dress a gentle wash prior to storage). The bra cups fall high, so it's possible the shoulder straps were taken in by the previous owner. When wearing the dress, the bottom of my bra showed through the cutout (see modeled pics), so adhesive bra cups might work better. Letting out the shoulder straps is also an option, depending on how you want the dress to fit.
