Deadstock Vintage 1980's Bill Blass Black Draped Low Back One-Piece Swimsuit

Description

Incredible deadstock vintage 1980's Bill Blass swimsuit, in black, with draped cord over low back. Scoop neckline. Bust and gusset are lined in a creamy beige nylon, with elastic at underbust. A stunning, classic bathing suit.
label - Bill Blass / size 10 / 80% Anton nylon, 20% Lycra Spandex / Marshall's store tag attached
For fit comparison, the dress form shown measures: 35" bust, 25.5" waist, and 35" hip. Best fits this size or smaller.
bust - 16" flat across front, open back
waist - 22.5" unstretched
hip - 29.5"
body length (shoulder to gusset) - 25.25"
depth low back - 15" from shoulder to top center
gusset width - 3.5"
leg opening - approx. 22" - 22.25"
condition - Deadstock, unworn condition with original store tag attached. Overall condition is excellent with a few minor imperfections to note. The protective adhesive strip (for store try-ons) was removed from gusset and there is light adhesive residue and very minor soiling here. There are two manufacture flaws in stitching around left shoulder, neither of which appear to compromise the seam - just visual imperfection (photo 12 for one). Some edges are slightly misshapen when off the body, but elastic is in good condition and they flatten when worn.
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