1940s Hand embroidered pink silk nightgown - Extra X large Full skirt Perhaps would have come with

Perhaps would have come with a fitted slip originally as is unlined

Fastening with secure two-part catch

and slips over the head with no fastenings

a couture designer famed for his beautiful tailoring

the piece has quite a Celia Birtwell/Ossie Clark feel

1940s Hand embroidered pink silk nightgown - Extra X large Full skirt Perhaps would have come withA gorgeous 1940s nightgown in candy pink silk, with unfitted cut gathered at neckline for wonderful fluidity, and hand corded belt loop to side should you wish to draw it in for blouson fit (pictured) with your own tie belt. The wide rounded neckline is entirely detailed by hand with tiny pin tucks, embroidered scalloping and edged openwork, representing hours of intensive skill. A tiny rolled edge hem finishes the piece, delicately stitched by hand.