Jay Thorpe wedding gown with headdress
Jay Thorpe was an American fashion designer known for his contributions to women's fashion during the early to mid-20th century, particularly in the 1930s and 1940s. He was based in New York City and gained recognition for his elegant and sophisticated designs, The gown is obviously used, but has been preserved in a professional wedding dress Box
The gown is smaller than a size one back in the day. Women were very small.
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Hi Karen,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Jay Thorpe's wedding couture attracted elite clientele who sought unique, handcrafted designs featuring fine fabrics, intricate detailing, and impeccable craftsmanship. The store's couture offerings made it a destination for brides desiring glamorous and personalized wedding attire.
If you're interested in selling this, you'd likely find the best audience if you sold this through a vintage and antique clothing auction company, where buyers for museums and costume houses seeking period clothing go to shop. If you'd like some assistance in finding the right venue please let us know.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
A vintage Jay Thorpe cream satin-silk wedding dress
circa 1940s
with boat neck shoulders, long fitted sleeves, tailored waist with long buttons down the back, the full pleated skirt with short train. Comes with faux pearl and net circlet headpiece
DIMENSIONS Small or XS
CONDITION: In used but preserved condition
PROVENANCE: Unknown
$ 500-700*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
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~ Delia
