dating a R.H. Macys silk slip for label resource

[laurenm]

Hello All,
I found this slip (it's really really 'tall'!) that luckily was holding onto it's label, literally by a thread....it initially struck me as 1940s but the label resource doesn't have this label. Forgive the zillion photos, I shot these quickly and didn't seem to capture much detail, so thought I'd throw it all in in pieces...my camera work is not the greatest yet.
Thanks again,
, Lauren

 

[Vinclothes]

It appears to be a bias cut 1930's nightgown. Very pretty.
Marian

 

[Linn]

I agree with Marion. 1930's and gorgeous as are your hydrangeas!

Linn

 

[laurenm]

Thanks Linn, They are 'pretty' low maintenance.
Would this have been for a very tall woman or were they worn very long?

 

[Vinclothes]

Bias cut garments stretch sideways when they are on the body, clinging to the bust and hips then flaring out. They seem very very long hanging but accomodate several sizes - within reason.
Marian

 

[Linn]

I just looked at it again - I think it's a nightgown.

Linn

 

[Tabbyannabel]

I agree with Linn and think it's a nightgown too and not a slip. Very lovely though!

 

[laurenm]

@ Linn/Tabby: So, what distinguishes it as a nightgown?
@Marian: Interesting, I wondered about that as it 'moves and morphs' (for lack of better words) when you hold it at different places.

 

[Rue_de_la_Paix]

Hi,

I have that same label on a hat that is circa very late 1930's to very early 1940's, if that helps with the label resource dating at all. Mine says "Made exclusively for" but is otherwise the same.

 

[Linn]

A slip is cut differently from a nightgown, and is meant to be worn under a garment.

This is 1930's slip; on the right is a full length slip meant to be worn under a matching dress.

 

[Circa Vintage Clothing]

I agree with Linn in that a slip is cut differently - also, nightgowns are designed to be worn by themselves (and be alluring) so they're usually sexier, with more decorative features - also, you don't get sashes on slips as they would interfere with how the dress sits.

I agree that you have a '30s nightdress. These are beautiful and sometimes worn by modern brides when in good condition.