Lilly Fong – Coral Evening Gown

This is a full-length coral-colored evening gown. It has a round high sequin lace neckline and a matching ‘peasant-style’ bodice with a sequined panel that is attached on either side to a fabric waist belt that ties at the back.

The fabric of the upper portion of the dress is ruched across the chest and leads into short butterfly style sleeves. The fabric leading down from the sequined panel is ruched and loosens out as it flows down. There is no zip. The stretch fabric allows for a close fit but without being tight, allowing for comfortable movement, and would likely be well suited to warm evenings. This is perfectly in line with Lilly Fong’s seemingly preferred style combining practicality with sophistication.

A close-up of a mannequin wearing a vintage orange dress with short sleeves, gathered fabric, and shiny sequin embellishments on the neckline and waistband.

A vintage-style, floor-length coral dress with short sleeves and sequined detailing around the neckline and waist, displayed on a dress form against a plain background.

Close-up of a red dress with gathered fabric and a waistband decorated with shiny red sequins, adding texture and sparkle to the garment.

A close-up of a garment with a wide collar made of shiny orange sequins on a matching orange fabric, displayed on a white mannequin.

A long, coral-red dress with short sleeves, a tie belt at the waist, and sequin detailing at the neckline. The dress is displayed on a mannequin against a plain background, shown from the back.

A clothing label reads “Union Made ILGWU AFL-CIO Ladies Garment Workers Union Made in U.S.A.” sewn onto red fabric with sequins.

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