A champagne Damask cocktail dress and jacket ensemble dress:…
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A champagne damask cocktail dress and jacket ensemble dress: sleeveless, faux tie waistband, scallop neckline, side zip, lined, fitted bodice and over hips. Jacket: 3/4 sleeves, open front with no closures, trimmed in matching fabric, lined; 1960s; origin unknown; silk damask, synthetic lining; size: medium; good condition, a few pale marks on dress worn by mezzo soprano Magreta Elkins. Waist 32 inches.

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  • Damask - Damask is a type of fabric that is characterized by its glossy finish, smooth texture, and intricate designs. The fabric is typically made from a combination of silk and other natural fibers, such as cotton or linen, and is often used to make clothing, upholstery, and other decorative items.

    The origins of damask fabric can be traced back to ancient Rome and the Byzantine Empire, where it was used to make clothing and other textiles.

    The fabric is made by weaving the fabric in such a way that the design is created by the different reflectivity of the warp and weft threads, rather than by the use of dyed threads. The designs are often floral or geometric patterns and can be very intricate. The effect is a reversible fabric, with a glossy pattern on one side and a matte pattern on the other.
  • Faux - A French word meaning "false", but when used in decorative arts, the intention is not to deceive, but to simulate the decorative effects of the more expensive material it is imitating. The term " faux bois" meaning "false wood" refers to a furniture item that has been decorated with a marked grain (woodgrain finish)  to imitate a more expensive timber.

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