2013 Roberto Cavalli Documented Beaded Embroidered Cream Dress
This embellished maxi dress was shown as part of Roberto Cavalli’s Resort 2013 collection (look 32/35). The collection took its cue from fine porcelain, borrowing the patterns and silhouettes of the most luxurious hand-painted vases. This gown is tailored to a floor-sweeping length from pure silk crepe. The bust is composed of a sheer mesh and finished underneath with a strip of quilted satin that crosses the front and back of the gown. The spaghetti straps are tailored from off-white satin and have bra-style clasps for adjustment. Five bands of satin cross the bust forming a cage-like detail. The bottom hem is scalloped, detailed with minute circular cut-outs and trimmed with frayed, off-white lace. As Vogue said of these pieces, they “reward closer inspection” and, up close, the detail achieved by the House of Cavalli is truly astounding. Abstract botanical-inspired forms cover the dress from the bust to just below the hips, formed from intricate, textured embroidery, appliqué fabric and a variety of beadwork patterns. The long crepe skirt has two slits, each framed by scalloped lace and detailed with embroidery and polished white beads. This gown is fully lined in sheer silk-mix crepe. It fastens under the left arm with a hidden tonal zip with branded zip pull and a hook-and-eye clasp. It would make the most stunning wedding dress for a summer bride.
This piece is in excellent condition with no flaws - it still has its original tags attached with spare beads inside. It is 100% Silk and the lining is 80% Polyamide, 20% Silk. It is labelled an Italian size 42, UK 10 or US 6 and would suit sizes smaller too; please double-check our measurements below. The fabric has no stretch.
MEASUREMENTS
BUST - 34 in. (86 cm)
WAIST - 32 in. (81 cm)
HIP - 40 in. (102 cm)
LENGTH - 64 in. (163 cm)
Pickup available at CIRCA VINTAGE
Usually ready in 24 hours
F.A.Q.
Will you set anything aside for me before I come?
We are happy to find anything you may be interested in from our website - please let us know a week in advance.
We also have an extensive offline collection. If you let us know your size, style, favourite colour to wear and perhaps your budget, we can browse through our archive in advance of your appointment.
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Clients may wish to bring modern shapewear when trying on garments from certain eras, especially the 1950s. Vintage clothing was often worn with undergarments that shaped the waist and as such is tailored for them.
We have a huge variety of slip dresses and petticoats to complete your look; many of which are also for sale.
You may also wish to bring your favourite footwear. We often find a classic pair of nude shoes work well when trying on, or a pair in gold or silver.
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Many of our lower-priced pieces (under £150) are not available to buy online. Our prices range from £80 - £600 for separates. Dresses start at around £150 and go up to £2,500 for the very best antique pieces and designer vintage. Our bridalwear ranges from £300 - £3,000.
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