{"product_id":"1980s-slenay-made-in-india-beaded-silk-top-14","title":"1980s | Slenay | Made in India | Beaded Silk Top - 16","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"458\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"77\"\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Slenay short sleeve top made in India in 100% silk, heavily embellished with sequins, beads and rhinestone-style detailing throughout. Black ground with an ornate floral vine design in silver, blue, purple and soft champagne tones, finished with a scalloped hem and neckline trim. Neatly shaped through the body with a structured, dressy feel and plenty of visual impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"474\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"460\" data-end=\"468\"\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1980s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"493\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"486\"\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSlenay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"693\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"509\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery good vintage condition. Presents beautifully overall with strong embellishment coverage and excellent impact. Light, honest age only, with no major issues visible from the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"1173\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"695\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eProvenance Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA proper occasion piece with all the richness people want from heavily embellished 1980s eveningwear. The silk base gives it depth, while the dense beadwork and sequin florals create a full, decorative surface that feels luxurious and well executed rather than just busy. Made in India labels of this sort are always appealing when the workmanship is there, and this one has the weight, detail and presence to make it a standout piece the moment it is seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize on garment: XL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur modern sizing estimate: 16                                                                                                         \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShoulders: 16\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBust: 40\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist at garment: 36\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInner sleeve: S\/S\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNape to hem: 23'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease be aware. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll our true vintage items come with a history, and minor signs of age, wear, or character should be expected. Any notable marks, damage, or repairs will always be clearly mentioned. This natural wear is part of what gives genuine vintage its individuality and authenticity. True vintage should not be confused with modern second-hand clothing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe photograph all garments using a professional, studio-grade imaging system designed to show colour, texture, and shape as accurately as possible. This setup was built specifically to give a true representation of each piece and avoid misleading presentation; however, we do not take photos of inside the garment. While we take great care in inspecting every piece, with true vintage it is always possible that a minor detail may be missed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSizing Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease compare these measurements to a similar item you already own, laid flat (rather than measuring your body). Start with the bust measurement, then check length. Vintage sizing runs small and cuts vary significantly from modern equivalents, so the measurements listed are the best guide to fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur modern sizing estimates are based on bust measurements using the following sizing scale:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUK 6 (30–31\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUK 8 (32–33\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUK 10 (34–35\") \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUK 12 (36–37\") \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUK 14 (38–39\") \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUK 16 (40–41\") \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUK 18 (42–43\") \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUK 20 (44–45\")\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor jackets, knitwear, sweaters, and padded outerwear, we grade one size down to allow for structure, lining, bulk.or layering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBuying true vintage clothing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen buying true vintage clothing, you are buying a piece of clothing as an investment. We believe most of our true vintage items will hold or increase in value in years to come. We hope you will cherish your purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReturns:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are an independent micro business, and return postage costs are the responsibility of the buyer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor UK orders, you have\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14 days from delivery to exercise your right to return\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a further\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e14 days to send the item back\u003c\/strong\u003e. For Europe and International orders, returns are accepted within\u003cspan class=\"apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30 days of delivery\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease see our returns policy page for full details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Slenay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081922711933,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0165\/3172\/files\/090426_123.jpg?v=1776945661","url":"https:\/\/dogandbonevintage.com\/products\/1980s-slenay-made-in-india-beaded-silk-top-14","provider":"Dog \u0026 Bone Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}