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Vintage 1980s Metallic Silk Lamé Mini Tunic

Vintage 1980s Metallic Silk Lamé Mini Tunic

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Vintage Metallic Lame Tunic Mini Dress  

With the recent increase of sheer designs trending on the runway for this season that are meant to show off everything, this dress feels like it could have just stepped off the runway today. The impact this would have had in the 1980s and the girl who had the guts to wear it are beyond my comprehension. The dress' sensuality is enhanced by the fabric choice, which is accentuated by an abstract metallic silk lame flower pattern in tones of metallic pink, gold, and marina blue that shimmer and shine in the light. The outfit skims over the body while still feeling at ease and seductive on. The excesses of the late 80s is in full play this season and this piece of fashion history is the perfect party piece for your wardrobe.

Can be worn with shorts or layered over a black stretch mini, or worn as a tunic.  This is very beautiful piece of after dark wear that is perfect for holiday parties and evening wear for your next special event. CInch in with the stretch elastic belt should you wish to make it a smaller and less of a loose fit or pair with our black Y S L Style cord tassel belt and this seasons platforms for ultra studio 4 glamour

Two black shoulder pads add even more sharpness and an 80s vibe, and the sleeves are pleated to create more fluff at the shoulder

Size Medium, so approx a 12/14 can be worn by sizes 8 10 12 depending on your preferred styling and dues to the belt as it is stretch elastic and cinched the dress in to make it smaller but a size or two, our mannequin in a size 6/8 and is 5ft 7

The Tunic has a small discrete fault to the left shoulder and has been factored in to the reduction however the fabric is busy enough for it not be be noticed and it can be corrected by an experienced seamstress  

Measurements

Bust arm pit to pit doubled 44 inches

Waist/Width 44inches doubled

Length 30 inches shoulder to tip

Size Guide

We take pride in providing accurate measurements with an approximation of modern UK with an International equivalent size chart below sizing to help you when choosing  your purchase and  will fit properly  as often vintage sizes differ significantly from modern sizes. 

It is also very helpful if you are aware of your own particular dimensions. If you're not sure, you may easily approximate them by measuring an item of clothes from your own wardrobe that fits well and is laid flat.

Measure the waist flat across  and for the bust from pit to pit in inches and then double it  Length is measured from middle of the shoulder to the end of the garment. 

We measure all our items flat and use the guide below

If you need further help please get in touch and we can give you advice on the best size and fit through the chat facility on the website, just press the green CHAT with us button

  UK SIZE BUST WAIST UK SIZE EU SIZE US Size
    INCHES CM INCHES CM      
XXS 6 32 80.5 25 62.5 6 36 2
XS 8 33 83 26-27 65 8 38 4
Small 10 35 88 28-29 70 10 40 6
Medium 12 37 93 30-31 75 12 42 10
Large 14 39 98 32 80 14 44 12
Xlarge 16 41 103 33 85 16 48 14

 

How we measure

Our items are measured flat and we use a tape measure.

Bust - measure at armpit to pit and then double

Waist/Width - measured at the natural waist of width then double

Length - measured at the middle of the tip of the shoulder to the end of the garment

Mannequin & Model

Both our mannequins are a UK size 6-8 and stand 5ft 7 inches tall

Jen is a UK Size 10

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