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# 7665 - 1985/1986 Black Strapless Glitter Gown Worn by Actress Esther Williams!  A black silk crepon (sheer, but lined) strapless sheath custom made gown for Esther Williams.  Embellished with gold glitter and silver glitter dots with long side slits.   The label reads "Esther Williams"... seems that these were sewn into many of her personal garments.  Provenance:  From the Estate of Esther Williams.  Sold at Julien's Auction (you will see a photo of Esther Williams in a similar aqua glittered silk gown of this exact same shape at a Barbara Mandrell concert after party on February 27. 1986 at the Sheraton Premiere Hotel in Universal City, CA).  The auction also had two other glittered gowns of the same shape (one in light blue and one in light green) that have the same label inside....so even though I currently haven't found any photos of Esther in this gown, it's a pretty solid provenance. Seems she had at least a few of these made of various colors. They are a simple tube shape with elastic at the top.  She wore them with sheer matching jackets, or stoles over.. with loads of diamonds (of course!).  I added the black sash, and it would have been worn with something at the waist (as there is a waist seam), but not sure what Esther wore with it. Measures: up to 40" bust, up to 40" waist, up to 42" hips, 38" long from waistline to hem, 21" long slits on either side of the skirt. 2 small patches of velcro inside the bodice to attach to strapless bra to make sure it stays put.  Love the deco design of the glitter!  Excellent condition except that the elastic needs to be replaced inside the bodice.  Not a difficult job. Sold for $640 at the auction.  If I find a photo of Esther in this gown, the price will go up!   Final Sale Movie/Memorabilia piece.  Also Listed in the 1930-Today Category.  

$ 585.   SOLD
 

Approx. - SIZE 10
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ITEM # 7665
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