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1980s Scala Silk Beaded Illusion Gown, Sequined Fringe Bodice, Size S

Curated by Shawnee

$245

ConditionAppears in very good to excellent vintage condition from photos. Beadwork and sequin embellishment looks intact and dense with no visible missing sections. Zigzag hemline and sleeve fringe edges appear intact. Zipper closure at center back appears functional. Sheer illusion neckline mesh shows no visible tears or snags in photos.

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By Scala · 1980s · c. late 1980s; consistent with Scala's peak beaded evening wear production period. Label reads 100% Pure Silk, lining 100% Polyester, Made in India — hallmarks of authentic Scala from this era. · Silk · Sequins · Beads · Seed Beads · Hand Strung · Measurements: Armpit to Armpit: 18" (36") Waist: 17" (34") Hips: 17" (34") Length: 58"

"This 1980s floor-length evening gown from Scala is crafted from 100% pure blue silk. It features a sheer mesh illusion neckline with an intricate bodice design of silver paillette sequins, hand-strung seed beads, and cascading bugle bead fringe. The entire gown is adorned with swirling seed bead embroidery and finished with a signature zigzag-cut hem. Measurements: 18 inch armpit to armpit, 17 inch waist, 17 inch hips, 58 inch length. This garment is in excellent vintage condition with intact beadwork, functional back zipper, and no visible damage to the illusion mesh. All sales 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 / MakerScala
Era1980s
Materials100% pure blue silk foundation with allover hand-applied silver seed bead swirl embroidery; heavily embellished bodice featuring large paillette sequins, bugle bead fringe cascades, and sheer mesh illusion neckline panel; polyester lining
MeasurementsMeasurements: Armpit to Armpit: 18" (36") Waist: 17" (34") Hips: 17" (34") Length: 58"

Description

This 1980s floor-length evening gown from Scala is crafted from 100% pure blue silk. It features a sheer mesh illusion neckline with an intricate bodice design of silver paillette sequins, hand-strung seed beads, and cascading bugle bead fringe. The entire gown is adorned with swirling seed bead embroidery and finished with a signature zigzag-cut hem. Measurements: 18 inch armpit to armpit, 17 inch waist, 17 inch hips, 58 inch length. This garment is in excellent vintage condition with intact beadwork, functional back zipper, and no visible damage to the illusion mesh. All sales final. Please review all photos, measurements, and condition details carefully before purchase. Vintage sales are final; no returns or exchanges.

Condition

Appears in very good to excellent vintage condition from photos. Beadwork and sequin embellishment looks intact and dense with no visible missing sections. Zigzag hemline and sleeve fringe edges appear intact. Zipper closure at center back appears functional. Sheer illusion neckline mesh shows no visible tears or snags in photos.