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Authentic Antique 1920s Black Silk Chiffon & Lace Tabard Evening Dress
Up for sale is a beautiful, original 1920s flapper-era evening gown. This piece is crafted from a whisper-thin, semi-sheer black silk chiffon body featuring an exquisite, heavy black lace overlay bib on the front bodice.
This is a rare, delicate example of Jazz Age fashion— perfect for a serious vintage collector, textile archive display, or careful occasional wear over a modern slip.
🔍 Features & Construction:
• Bodice: Intricate floral openwork lace bib front decorated with a gorgeous, handcrafted antique ombre silk ribbon rose bud with wrapped thread stems.
• Pin-Tuck Pleats: Meticulous vintage topstitched pin-tuck pleating details sit directly beneath the lace bib to give the fluid column shape a tailored drape.
• Trim Finishes: The cascading ruffle trim on the sleeves and shoulder lines features authentic period-correct picot-stitched edging.
• Belt Loops: Features the original, delicate narrow belt loops intact at the drop waist, perfect for adding your own period-correct thin ribbon tie or silk cord.
• Silhouette: Classic sleeveless, loose-fitting column shape designed to slide easily over the head (no metal zippers).
Estimated Size: Sized loosely, best fits a modern modern Women's XS-Small (US 2-4) depending on desired drape.
Apx,Measurements (Taken Flat):
44” long
17.5” pit to pit
Sizing Note for Buyers: Antique garments do not have stretch or metal zippers and must slide over your head. Please ensure your personal measurements are at least 2 inches smaller than the flat garment measurements above for a safe, correct drape.
⚠️ Condition Report:
This is a century-old antique textile survivor and is being sold As-Is. It shows wear commensurate with age, typical of fragile silk chiffon from this era:
• There is a visible tear/separation in the delicate net lace trim along the underarm/side seam area (pictured).
• The bottom hem chiffon has minor fraying, micro-tears, and structural unevenness typical of aged silk.
• The main lace bib and pin-tuck details are in sturdy condition overall.
• The delicate ribbon flower has some light fiber fraying to the thread-wrapped stems but remains securely attached.
• Please review all photos carefully as they form the primary part of the condition description.
