y2k nanette lepore black lace top - nude lining and ribbon bows

the look

a y2k nanette lepore top in swirling black floral lace over a nude lining, so it reads black lace on bare skin. the v-neck and armholes are edged in ruffled scalloped lace, an empire seam shapes the bust, and it closes down the front with buttons finished with two black satin ribbon bows. princess seams nip the waist and the hem kicks out into a soft little peplum. made in the usa during nanette's new york garment district heyday. wear it with low-rise jeans or a slip skirt.

details

• era: 2000s
• designer: nanette lepore
• origin: made in usa
• design: sleeveless lace top with v-neck, ruffled scalloped lace trim at neckline and armholes, empire seam, button front with two black satin ribbon bows, princess seams, slight peplum hem, fully lined in nude. materials and percentages - content tag only partly legible; lace appears to be a cotton and nylon blend, lining fiber unknown
• condition: excellent: no notable flaws
• size & fit: tagged size 4. best modern fit is women's xs to small, approximately us 2-4. fitted through the bust and waist with a little flare at the hem. shown on a dress form measuring 17 in shoulders, 35 in bust, 30.5 in underbust, 25 in waist and 35 in hips.
• flat measurements: bust 17 in flat, waist 14.5 in flat, hem 17.5 in flat, shoulder 13 in, length 22 in (estimated from photos)