Vintage 60s Turquoise Beaded Silk Dress Swee Lo M
Colorful beads, sparkling rhinestones, gold metallic trim, and other embellishments are featured on this vintage silk Mughal style dress by Swee Lo, circa 1960s.
The jewel encrusted dress consists of a vivid turquoise silk fabric with goldenrod colored pattern, embroidered and set with a variety of beadwork, braided gold trim, gold metallic thread, and rhinestones, including a bird motif with red beaded eyes as shown in close-up.
It also has a Mandarin style collar, short sleeves, interior shoulder pads, shift silhouette, metal zippered back, and full silk lining within.
*Please note -- some beads are missing, particularly under the arm (see close up pic) and top of shoulder, but doesn’t detract.
There is an embroidered label for “Swee Lo”, “Haute Couture International Ltd.”, “New York, Palm Beach, South Hampton”, and “Made in Hong Kong”.
The second label reads, “100% Silk” and “Made in Hong Kong”.
Good condition – vibrant and intact.
Please note measurements as follows and be sure to allow for ease.
MEASUREMENTS
Shoulders – 15&1/2 inches
Bust – 38 inches
Waist – 37 inches
Hips – 41 inches
Length – 39&1/2 inches (Top of mid shoulder to hem)