Vintage 1940's Vintage Silk/Lace Slip Dark Brown Sage Green Lace Regine Brenner

A one of a kind Regine' Brenner hand stitched silk slip-dress, 1940s. In bias-cut brown silk, sage green lace trim meticulously applied by hand to the hem and necklines. A high-end example from the Deco period. This alluring brown slip dress features delicate shoulder straps above a shaped and darted silk upper bodice in an empire style.

Connecting the silk skirt is an an inverted V-shaped band made of silk charmeuse offering a shaped bust and having a central embroidered monogrammed reserve at the bust line. 25 wide self straps are non-adjustable. The hemline is flared with a scalloped lace edging and silk charmeuse appliques'. The inside seams are French and some are whipstich to prevent freying. This embodies quality with femininity in finely crafted French Seams and high quality fabric.

Made by Regine' Brenner, this is a breathtaking unique slip dress. This slip dress is in near perfect condition.

Waist: 28", stretches up to 34". Hip: 36" The fit is very accomodating for smaller and larger hip size as well because of the flare in the skirt, stretches up to 46". How we measure our garments. Shoulders - Measured flat between arm hole seams across shoulders. Bust - Measured flat from underarm to underarm and doubled.

Sleeve Length - Measured flat from shoulder to hem. Sleeve Width - Measured flat at hem and doubled. Waist - Measured flat at narrowest point and doubled.

Hip - Measured flat at widest point below waist and doubled. Length - Measured flat from shoulder to hem. All measurements are take while the garment is laying flat.

Please keep in mind there might be a discrepancy of 1-2 inches. To ensure your item will fit please double-check and compare the listing measurements and your own measurements. We will not issue a store credit for garments that do not fit as all the measurements are provided in the listing. Vintage silk was expensive due to its source, it was made from purely natural materials.

The reason it became more accessible in current days is because it can now be made from cheaper synthetic material. Since silk is a light-weight fabric which frays easily, bound or French seams should be used to stop the fabric from fraying. CHARMEUSE from the French word for female charmer, is a lightweight fabric woven with a satin weave. These float threads give the front of the fabric a smooth, shiny finish, whereas the back has a dull finish. This slip was made by Regine Brenner NYC around late 1930-40 for Gladys Glad, a Ziegfeld show girl. They don't make slips better than Regine' Brenner. The skilled seamstress made remarkable slips. Brenner's store in the 30's and 40's hand made underwear for wealthy people including Grace Kelly and various queens and princesses (literal and otherwise). The Fashion Guild had this to say. Regina and Michael Brenner opened their lingerie shop at 50 W. Regina was already a skilled seamstress when she arrived in the US at age 16 and initally did most of the cutting, sewing and finishing herself though she eventually hired a staff of five or six seamstresses. The location had a large work room and a show room for buyers to view the latest lines.

Since vintage clothing is pre-worn and "used" keep in mind that they may have flaws and damages, that we may not have seen. When purchasing a used vintage apparel item it is normal to expect some natural wear of the item, due to the age of the garment and it is previous use. Feel free to ask any questions. Check the pictures carefully and use the zoom feature.

Perfect: No visible signs of wear, no flaws, brand new look. Nearly Perfect: Like new, no visible flaws. Very good: Has been worn, minor flaws, possibly repaired. Good: Some flaws, wearable and repairable. Fair: Numerous flaws, needs a repair, wearable. Poor: Damaged, possibly wearable, used for design or study. Damage is considered something that requires repair, not something that will be remedied by washing, dry cleaning, or simple spot removal. Please keep in mind that vintage items are used and should not be expected to be in never worn condition.

Things like pin sized holes, standard signs of prior wear or age will not be noted in the product listing. International orders will also be sent'International Signed For'.