Step into timeless elegance with this original 1980s Gunne Sax dress by Jessica McClintock. A true vintage gem, this strapless formal dress features a fitted sweetheart bodice, black floral lace overlay, and a full tea-length skirt with a dramatic satin-look bow at the natural waist. The romantic silhouette blends fit and flare construction with retro glamour — perfect for collectors, vintage lovers, or formal events with a gothic, dark romantic, or cottagecore aesthetic.

Features:

• Authentic vintage from the early 1980s

• Original owner, worn only a few times

• Size 7 (vintage sizing – see measurements below)

• Sweetheart neckline with structured bodice

• Black lace overlay with scalloped hem

• Satin-look waistband with bow detail at back

• Zip closure in back

• Made in USA (Style No. 431004)

Measurements (laying flat):

• Bust: 14.5"

• Waist: 12"

• Length (top of bust to hem): 38"

Style Tags:
vintage prom dress, fit and flare, black lace dress, goth formal dress, cottagecore, dark academia, retro cocktail dress, Gunne Sax collector, 1980s formalwear, tea length strapless dress