A Balenciaga couture lace ‘baby doll’ dress, AW 1957, Paris labelled and numbered, 60861, the integral inner slip of nude crepe de chine covered in chiffon, with loose over-dress of black guipure with deep flounce to hem, bust 86cm, 34in The inside slip-dress has been entirely re-sewn, made smaller and more fitted. All the seams have adjustments, slight wear to organza neck and arm, edging on inside shoulder linings - minor. Zip have been replaced. Lace overdress is good, slight wear at shoulders.
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