70’s Brown Silk Strapless Ruffle Chiffon Dress by Albert Capraro

Size 10 Made in British Crown Colony Hong Kong

100% Silk

Side Zipper, hook and eye closure

A few flaws from age, wear

A few tears along the seam of zipper but mostly hidden by ruffle

Belt loops no belt

One Layer of Chiffon Sheer, one layer of lining

Ruffles with stripe ribbon trim

Measurements are taken flat and are approximate:

Underarm: 16.5”

Waist: 14”

Length: 51”

“ Albert Capraro studied at Parson’s School of Design in New York. After graduation, he worked for two years for milliner Lilly Dache, before moving on to work as a designer for Oscar de la Renta in 1966. In 1974, Capraro formed his own company. He is best known for his designs worn by first lady Betty Ford.” - Vintage Fashion Guild