ARCHIVE - Y2K Blumarine Bias Cut Jersey Cream Slip Dress
This dress was designed by Blumarine in the early 2000s and tailored from a patchwork of matte and satin fine knit jerseys in a soft creamy champagne hue. The bias-cut recalls the simple grace of 1930s’ silhouettes, skimming the body and highlighting the wearer's curves. The pretty straps are twisted from strips of satin and matte cloth. The bust is gathered, forming a sweetheart neckline and the back is low and skin-revealing. The dress is unlined except at the bust and top of the back where it is lined in champagne mesh. The gown falls to a floor-sweeping length that only adds to the glamour of the design.
This hyper-feminine, romantic fashion brand was founded in 1977 by husband-and-wife duo, Anna Molinari and Gianpaolo Tarabini. The name Blumarine was inspired by the vivid blue of the sea in Capri. A highly wearable piece in excellent vintage condition with no flaws of any note. It is made from 80% Rayon, 20% Silk. Tagged an Italian 44, but it runs smaller. Our model (5ft 4in / 164cm) is a UK 6-8 and this fits her well with room to spare. The fabric has some stretch to allow for flexibility on the measurements up to a UK size 8-10 or US 4-6.
MEASUREMENTS
BUST - 38 in. (97 cm)
WAIST - 30 in (76 cm)
HIP - 38 in (97 cm)
LENGTH - 56 in (142 cm)
Pickup currently unavailable at CIRCA VINTAGE
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. We have an extensive offline collection. It is helpful if you can let us know your size, style, favourite colour to wear and perhaps your budget in advance of your appointment.
Do I need to bring anything with me?
Clients may wish to bring modern shapewear. You may also wish to bring favourite footwear. We often find a classic pair of nude shoes work well when trying-on, or gold and silver. We have a huge variety of slip dresses and petticoats to complete your look. Many of which are also for sale.
Do you have a price range?
Many of our lower priced pieces, under £250, are not available to buy online. Dresses usually start at £150 and go up to £30,000 for the very best archival couture. Our bridalwear price points range from £1,000 to £20,000.
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Where can I get alterations?
We offer some alterations in house. Should you need alterations we cannot provide, we can refer you to one of our tried and trusted tailors.
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We will advise you on the best way to clean and preserve your vintage purchases and can also recommend trusted local dry cleaners.
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