Small 70s Red Ruffle Sleeve Flamenco Dress

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Incredible flamenco dress handmade in the late 70s/early 80s, in a red luminescent fabric with a hint of blue depending on the light. It is fitted through the body and has a dramatic mermaid skirt which makes it ideal for dancing, a beaded and sequined purple applique on the body, and huge statement ruffle sleeves. There is a zipper up the back for closure, and a large keyhole at the upper back that secures with a tie.

Measurements and Condition:

Fits like: Women’s small
Fabric: Feels like acetate
Brand: None, appears to be handmade
Condition: Very good handmade condition, with a 1/2” faint brown spot on the front of the right armhole, a couple extremely faint dark marks below the sequin applique, a few scattered faint discolorations on the back of the body and along the back hem, and some sections of minor seam pulling on some of the bodice seams exposing the blue back of the fabric.

Length: 59.5”
Low chest: 34”
Waist: 27”
Hips: 37” - taken at the bottom of the zipper opening
Armhole depth: 8.25”

Shown on a 5’6” model with measurements of 34-26-37, usually wears a size small. See our FAQ for more info on sizing and condition ratings.