Vintage 80s Caroline Charles evening/occasion dress in gold lace and lined in black. It has a drop waist and closes with a zipper in the back. The lace is very delicate and is of gold foliage and flowers, although it looks more like a bronze against the black. The lace overshoots the lining at the sleeves and the hem, which gives it a leavers lace feel. Made in England.

SIZE:

Label says vintage size 10 USA - 14 UK - 40 EUROPE - fits modern size M. All measurements taken with garment lying flat:

Armpit to armpit: 19.7" (50cm)

Sleeve length: 25.6" (65cm)

Shoulder to shoulder: 15.7" (40cm)

Armpit to natural waist: 8.7" (22cm)

Armpit to dropped waist: 15.7" (40cm)

Hips: 38 inches (96cm) around

Shoulder to hem: 54.5" (136cm) including lace

CONDITION:

Very good vintage condition - light average wear typical of a garment of this age.