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1980s Elite Allure Silk Cocktail Dress Egyptian Revival Sequin Beaded

Curated by Shawnee

$275

ConditionOverall condition appears very good to excellent from photos — sequins and beadwork appear largely intact and vibrant with strong reflectivity throughout. The inner label shows minor fraying at the lower edge of the brand tag; the care/content tag appears intact. No missing sequin clusters, bead loss, or visible fabric damage observed.

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By Eves Allure · 1980s · c. 1985–1990. Hallmarks of the era: strong padded shoulders, jewel neckline, midi length, and the bold Egyptian Revival / Neo-Art Deco sequin motif popularized in late-decade eveningwear. Label reads 'Elite Allure — Made in India.' · Silk · Sequins · Beads · Fabric · Hand Strung · Measurements (laying flat): Armpit to Armpit: 17" Length: 43" Waist: 15" Hips: 17"

"This late-1980s cocktail dress by Elite Allure is crafted on a 100% natural silk ground, densely encrusted with hand-applied sequins and seed beads in a vibrant Egyptian Revival motif. The design features a bold, multicolored palette of cobalt, emerald, ruby red, gold, and teal accents in hieroglyphic-inspired columns, framed by padded shoulders and a jewel neckline. Measurements (laying flat): Armpit to armpit 17", waist 15", hips 17", length 43". Condition is very good; the inner brand label shows minor fraying at the edge, but all beadwork remains intact and secure. Please review all provided photos and measurements prior to purchase. All vintage sales are final. Please review all photos, measurements, and condition details carefully before purchase. Vintage sales are final; no returns or exchanges."

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Item Details+
TypeClothing
Brand / MakerEves Allure
Era1980s
Materials100% natural silk ground with rayon/polyester lining, densely hand-embellished with multicolor sequins in cobalt blue, red, emerald green, gold, and teal, accented with seed beads and bugle beads worked into intricate Egyptian Revival motifs throughout
MeasurementsMeasurements (laying flat): Armpit to Armpit: 17" Length: 43" Waist: 15" Hips: 17"

Description

This late-1980s cocktail dress by Elite Allure is crafted on a 100% natural silk ground, densely encrusted with hand-applied sequins and seed beads in a vibrant Egyptian Revival motif. The design features a bold, multicolored palette of cobalt, emerald, ruby red, gold, and teal accents in hieroglyphic-inspired columns, framed by padded shoulders and a jewel neckline. Measurements (laying flat): Armpit to armpit 17", waist 15", hips 17", length 43". Condition is very good; the inner brand label shows minor fraying at the edge, but all beadwork remains intact and secure. Please review all provided photos and measurements prior to purchase. All vintage sales are final. Please review all photos, measurements, and condition details carefully before purchase. Vintage sales are final; no returns or exchanges.

Condition

Overall condition appears very good to excellent from photos — sequins and beadwork appear largely intact and vibrant with strong reflectivity throughout. The inner label shows minor fraying at the lower edge of the brand tag; the care/content tag appears intact. No missing sequin clusters, bead loss, or visible fabric damage observed.