1940s Spectacular "Gloria" Silk Crepe Swing Dress designer-chanel In person this piece has

In person this piece has so much depth and texture - it is really quite amazing

This has a definite nod to that flowing draped goddess wear so prevalent in the 70s

This divine gown from Oscar de la Renta is made of a deep bottle green silk chiffon and has a decidedly Grecian goddess feel to it

The neck is high and the sleeves are full above each wrist

1940s Spectacular "Gloria" Silk Crepe Swing Dress designer-chanel In person this piece hasMade from an amazing printed stretch silk crepe that is cut on the bias so has a touch of stretch to it, this dress is one of the best 1940s dresses I have seen. It is tagged as a "registered Gloria dress" but though I have seen this label before I cannot not find any firm information on it. It is a beauty though so this company was definitely doing high end work. It was also definitely stored properly for all these years ,as the colors are as crisp