HI! Need some help dating this dress, was thinking early 1920s but now my search is suggesting 1960s

[SHS1931]

 

[MagsRags]

Very pretty! I agree not 20s. It could be 1960s, but there have been several 60s revivals since then and it could be newer. Photos of labels, care tags, and inner construction will help.

 

[SHS1931]

There are no labels or tags anywhere which also leads me to question what is it made of (for cleaning purposes) the dress is in 2 separate pieces. The underdress has a very satin like finish with a metal talon zipper

 

[MagsRags]

It may have been custom sewn, or made in another country not intended for export - they wouldn't do labels if it was being sold to a traveler. The embroidery work reminds me of Philippine embroidery.

 

[SHS1931]

wow interesting i love that, so you're still thinking 1960s then? im crafting a description for it and want to be as close to dating as possible. I will definitely do some research on Phillippine embroidery as well! Thank you!

 

[MagsRags]

you're still thinking 1960s then?

Not necessarily. Traditional folk work is fairly timeless and can be much harder to date because designs and techniques don't change much over time, except to become more automated.

Hopefully someone else will chime in here.

 

[Jonathan]

Definitely looks late 60s to me, c. 1967ish

 

[The Vintage Vendeuse]

Another vote for 1960s.

 

[poppysvintageclothing]

Agree with the 1960s.