Metallic Orchid Dress

Soo Yung Lee was a Korean American fashion designer who was known as the Queen of Silks and this pretty & pleated silk chiffon floral party dress from the 1980s reflects why she earned her moniker. 

 

• Metallic lurex & floral printed pleated midi dress
• Olive green, emerald, greige, gold, cerise, rose, ruby pink, bubblegum, amber
• Splashes of floral orchid print, lengths of linear lurex stitching 
• Boat neckline
  
• Back neck button closure with keyhole open back 
• Inner slip
• Dolman sleeve with elasticated cuff 
• Gathered waistband, slightly elasticated 
• Reverse skirt hidden zip, hook & eye closure 
• Flowing pleated mid length skirt with scallop hem 
• Partially lined - sleeves unlined 
• 93% silk, 7% metallic fibre 
• Soo Yung Lee, Made in Hong Kong 
• Very good vintage condition - some loose lurex threads which are easily removable and expected of an item this age (see all photos for condition - photo 7 for detail) 
• Estimated size: 4 (marked size 8)

 

Measurements
Bust (Across Front): 32“
Waist: 25-26"
Hip: 36+“
Length (Center Front): 42“
"Sleeve" Length (From Neck to Cuff): 11"
Sleeve Opening: 10-14"
Sweep: 64+“