1980s VTG Crystal Evening Wear Silk Chiffon and 48 similar items

Stunning 1980s Crystal Evening Wear two-piece set in off-white silk chiffon, lavishly hand-beaded with white, gold, and brown bugle beads plus silver sequins and seed beads. The fully beaded skirt shimmers from hem to waist, while the matching top features shoulder pads, generous armholes, and long sleeves. A spectacular glam look that channels the elegance and drama of 1980s evening fashion. Condition Excellent vintage condition. Clean and crisp. The set has not been professionally cleaned but shows no stains. Ready to wear. Provenance Note Crystal Evening Wear was one of many high-end evening labels of the 1980s that specialized in intricate beadwork on silk, competing with designers like Stenay and Oleg Cassini. These sets epitomized the era?s opulent fashion, often worn to cocktail parties, galas, and glamorous events. Style Aesthetics ? 1980s glam eveningwear ? Collectible beaded silk set ? Sustainable vintage Pop Culture Film References Dynasty (1981?1989) ? iconic 80s shoulder pads + sequins. Scarface (1983) ? luxe Miami evening looks. Working Girl (1988) ? 80s career-to-cocktail glamour. Styling Tips Wear together with metallic heels and bold jewelry for head-to-toe 80s glam. Style the skirt with a sleek black top for a dramatic statement. Pair the beaded top with jeans and stilettos for modern high-low sparkle. Measurements (flat) Top (marked M) Bust: 36" Waist: 34" Shoulder: 15" Sleeve (shoulder to cuff): 23" Sleeve (underarm to cuff): 15.5" Length: 24" Skirt Waist: 28" Hips: 40" Length: 24" Approx. Modern Size Women?s Medium (US 6?8). Fit Guide Top fits bust 34?36, waist 28?34 (slightly relaxed cut). Skirt fits waist 28", hips up to 40". Length (24") is cocktail length, hitting just above/below the knee on most heights. Fabric / Materials Silk chiffon base with silk lining. Fully hand-beaded with bugle beads, seed beads, and sequins in white, gold, silver, and brown. Label: Crystal Evening Wear. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? hand-beaded silk, 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, though we usually process same or next day; or if you're in a real big hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via USPS or UPS. 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!