A Christian Dior haute couture black faille cocktail dress, 'Y' line, Autumn-Win…

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A Christian Dior haute couture black faille cocktail dress, 'Y' line, Autumn-Winter, 1955-56,

labelled and numbered 37293, with fitted bodice, short sleeves, the full, box pleated skirt with waistband crossing and curving down at the front to form a buttoned panel, over layered petticoats with crin stiffened hems, bust approx 92cm, 36in, waist 69cm, 27in Qty: (1)

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A Christian Dior haute couture black faille cocktail dress, 'Y' line, Autumn-Winter, 1955-56,

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