VTG 1970s Diana Dean Hostess Gown Julius and 42 similar items

Vintage late 1960s?early 1970s Diana Dean hostess gown featuring a unique triple-wrap construction that creates the illusion of layered dressing. Likely crafted from silk, the gown incorporates a side seam pocket for practicality and flows to full length. An innovative piece of American evening/lounge fashion. Condition Structurally sound vintage condition. Numerous stains present (untreated); suitable for cleaning, display, or textile appreciation. Provenance Note This gown bears the Julius Lonschein mark and was produced using fabric from the ?Fleurs de Musee? collection by French Fabrics Corp. Designer Diana Dean was known for her creative, elegant lounge and eveningwear during the 1960s?70s. Surviving garments with visible selvage provenance are highly collectible for their fashion and textile history significance. Style Aesthetics ? 1960s?70s hostess glamour ? lounge/entertaining gown ? Collector provenance ? Diana Dean + Julius Lonschein textile mark ? Sustainably vintage historical fabric, not reproduction ? Evening/Opera styling ? dramatic triple-wrap illusion ? Doll/Display fabric study ? stained but historically valuable Styling / Usage Tips Preserve or display as a textile collectible with provenance. Use as reference material for fabric historians or designers. Can be professionally cleaned for potential wearable restoration. Measurements (laid flat, inches) Bust: 40" Hips: 44" Length from shoulder: 53" Approx. Modern Size + Fit Guide Best fits Women?s M?L (US 8?12). Wrap style provides flexibility in fit. Fabric / Materials Likely silk; French Fabrics Corp. ?Fleurs de Musee? collection textile (selvage visible); triple-wrap gown construction; side seam pocket; Diana Dean label; Julius Lonschein mark. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? 1960s?70s hostess gown, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Thanks for shopping at the Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, or if you're in a hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via UPS or FedEx! INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!