1960s French Couture Black Crepe and Chiffon Dress with Diamante Belt Vintage_Balmain Labelled a French size 40

Labelled a French size 40 which equates to a UK 10-12 or US 6-8 but the waist runs smaller and these are best for around a size UK 10 or US 6 and below

She is wearable with care and the following points to note: There are some rather charming patch repairs to the bottom of the hem

the top is paired with a super short

there is a small coin purse and a mirror - both fit neatly into the pockets located either side of the bag

but please check our measurements as the waist band is much smaller when compared to modern sizing

1960s French Couture Black Crepe and Chiffon Dress with Diamante Belt Vintage_Balmain Labelled a French size 40This 1960s French couture dress reminds me of similar Dior designs circa 1968 1969; however the garment has lost its labels. The body of the dress is tailored from a lightweight black silk crepe to a shift style with a kick pleat in the front of the skirt and falls to just below knee length. It is detailed with cut out petal shapes which circle the waist and reveal the sheer black chiffon underneath. A thin black fabric belt sits over the cut outs and