1940s Stunning Silver Lace & Net Gown designer-victor-costa The silk is a crepe

The silk is a crepe scarf weight so feel weightless when on and flows beautifully

How I wish I knew who this was made for as she must have been someone quite fabulous

The belt is original to the dress and shows a slight darkening and has a small stain that is hidden when on

Huge rick rack appliques are set around the hem and these just highlight the already fabulous striped design

1940s Stunning Silver Lace & Net Gown designer-victor-costa The silk is a crepeA stunner! This is a pretty 1940s gown with a beautiful silver lace and net exterior that is set over an inner silk satin. This pay on the two fabrics mixed with the black netting give it a gorgeous muted silver, almost pewter feel. The Bodice is cut simply with a square neckline and high lace cap sleeves. The waist gently nips in and then the skirt flows to the floor in a swath of silver lace and net. The waist has a pretty detailing it to highlight