vintage 1970s William Cahill sheer bishop sleeve wedding dress
A stunning early 1970s bridal gown by William Cahill of Beverly Hills, CA—the most desirable wedding dress designer of the 1950s through 1970s—famously created Elaine’s runaway wedding dress in The Graduate. Canill was known for stunning designs and exquisite details. This wedding dress is no exception.
ERA: early 1970s
LABEL: William Cahill | California
MATERIAL: nylon tulle, rayon satin
FITS LIKE: S
TAG SIZE: none
MEASUREMENTS:
Length: 56.5” (train is an additional 22” at its longest)
Sleeve length: 27” (to longest point, which extends onto back of hand)
Shoulders: 15”
Bust: 36"
Waist: 26"
Hips: free
(Note: measured lying flat and doubled, where necessary)
DETAILS:
stand collar
embroidered illusion neckline
sheer bishop sleeves
sheer embroidered bodice/skirt overlay with ivory rayon satin underneath
fitted bodice
full skirt with train
removable pearly wrist loop to lift train for easier movement
rear nylon Talon zip, hidden hook and eye at waist (accidentally left unhooked in photos) and satin covered button closures (buttons at back and wrists)
CARE: No care tags—dry clean. Dress has been cleaned prior to listing.
CONDITION: Very good — two minor holes in sleeves that were mended and are not easily noticed unless closely inspected