Lady Lazarus Dress

Long gown in sheer black silk, hand-embroidered with beads and sequins in floral patterns throughout. The piece reveals an ethereal yet structured construction: the acetate lining supports the transparency of the silk, while the embroidery adds visual weight and dramatic shine.

The fit is tailored to the bust and waist, falling straight to the floor, elegantly and austerely accentuating the silhouette. Thin straps and a straight neckline balance the intensity of the embroidery, allowing the transparency and sheen of the silk to take center stage. A dress that breathes the poetic atmosphere of Lady Lazarus by Sylvia Plath, evoking rebirth and shadow in every detail.

 

"What nonsense
To be annihilated every decade."
- Sylvia Plath, Lady Lazarus.

Technical sheet

• Measurements
  Bust: 92 cm
  Waist: 70 cm
  Hips: 106 cm
  Length: 152 cm
• Origin: Made in the United States in the late 1990s, thus a small production run focused on gala dresses with luxurious fabrics and the incomparable nobility of hand-embroidery craftsmanship.
• Brand: Dollar
• Design: Long and very fitted, as seen in the bias-cut silhouette, fitted bodice, straight neckline with thin straps, and a fluid drape to the floor.
• Fabrics: Black silk crepe with champagne acetate lining.
• Details: Hand embroidery with black beads and sequins in floral patterns, partially sheer skirt, subtle shine in motion.
• Closure: Invisible back zipper
• Condition: Excellent, no visible signs of wear. Embroidery carefully inspected and redone.

Important: Always double-check the measurements carefully and don’t rely solely on the model, as pieces can be adjusted to the body for a better fit when necessary.
Model's measurements
Bust: 82 cm
Waist: 65 cm
Hips: 103 cm
Height: 165 cm (with heels)

✦ Notes:
This piece has been washed, pressed, and qualified according to vintage clothing conservation standards.