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Description
Of very fine sheer crepe silk, the coral-pink shaded costume features a lavish arrangement of dainty ruffles (five tiers on the skirt arranged in wreath-like fashion), stitched-down tucks on the bodice, and a swirl of narrow pleats at the bottom skirt; with puff sleeves, blue sash and bows and decorated with silk roses. In particular, there is a dramatic cascade of roses at the back skirt and a lavish blue bow. Accompanying the dress are the original matching coral-pink high laced boots with blue silk tassels. The dress has the studio inventory number of 4635, and the shoes have the label of Emidio Spezza of Los Angeles. The costume was designed by William Lambert, the English-born costume designer (1903-1973) whose initial work was at the Hal Roach Studios, and from 1933-1936 for Fox. A vintage studio photograph is included along with a hand-color-enhanced photograph of Shirley.