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1980s Scala Silk Shift Dress Black Beaded Bugle Bead Abstract Swirl
$275
One of a kind — the only available piece
By Scala · 1980s · c. late 1980s — consistent with Scala's India-manufactured beaded eveningwear from this period; label construction and font support late 1980s dating · India origin · Silk · Beads · Seed Beads · Hand Strung
"This 1980s shift dress by Scala features a sophisticated contrast of hand-sewn black bead clusters on the bodice and sleeves with fluid silver-toned bugle bead swirls across the silk skirt. Crafted from pure silk with a polyester lining, the dress exhibits the high-quality craftsmanship characteristic of Scala's eveningwear from this era. It remains in very good vintage condition with intact, dense embellishments throughout. The interior label shows minor age-related discoloration, which is consistent with its vintage status. All sales are final; no returns."
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Description
This 1980s shift dress by Scala features a sophisticated contrast of hand-sewn black bead clusters on the bodice and sleeves with fluid silver-toned bugle bead swirls across the silk skirt. Crafted from pure silk with a polyester lining, the dress exhibits the high-quality craftsmanship characteristic of Scala's eveningwear from this era. It remains in very good vintage condition with intact, dense embellishments throughout. The interior label shows minor age-related discoloration, which is consistent with its vintage status. All sales are final; no returns.
Condition
Appears in very good vintage condition overall from photos. Beading on bodice and sleeves is dense and intact; no visible significant bead loss detected in photos. Bugle bead skirt embellishment appears largely complete. Interior label shows some age-related discoloration and minor fraying at edges — consistent with vintage age. Lining appears intact. Zipper visible and appears functional. Some loose threads noted near interior label area.