VINTAGE GEORGE F. COUTURE PLEATED FORTUNY‑LOOK EVENING GOWN • QUEEN OF HEARTS RED • SURPLICE BODICE • LUXURY DESIGNER DRESS

A breathtaking vintage George F. Couture evening gown, crafted in the iconic Fortuny‑inspired micro‑pleated fabric that made this designer a favorite in the finest luxury stores — I. Magnin, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, and Saks Fifth Avenue.

This unforgettable shade, known as Queen of Hearts Red, is one of the most striking colors the designer ever produced — rich, dramatic, and unmistakably glamorous.

Although the label is no longer present, I have handled and sold five of these gowns over my 26 years in business, and George F. Couture’s signature pleating, construction, and silhouette are instantly recognizable.

⭐ Design & Construction
This gown is a masterclass in vintage couture craftsmanship:

Hundreds of tiny permanent pleats create a fluid, sculptural silhouette
Surplice crossover bodice that wraps and defines the waist
Built‑in cummerbund effect that visually narrows the waistline
V‑neckline with satin piping for a refined finish
Long sleeves with matching satin piping at the cuffs
Invisible back zipper with tiny hooks and eyes
Bodice lined in silky fabric for structure
Unlined skirt to preserve the movement and drape of the pleats
Lettuce‑edge hem that ripples beautifully with every step
This is a gown designed to flatter, elongate, and create drama without weight or bulk.

⭐ Occasions
Perfect for:

Christmas and holiday galas
Valentine’s Day
Cruises and formal evenings
Black‑tie events
Vintage couture collectors
Anyone who loves rare, sculptural pleated gowns
This is a gown that turns heads effortlessly.

⭐ Designer & Origin
George F. Couture – New York  
(Designer label missing, but construction and pleating are unmistakably his work.)

⭐ Size & Fit
Tag once read Size 12, but vintage sizing does NOT apply.
It fits my size 6 mannequin beautifully and may also fit a modern 6–8, depending on desired ease.

Approximate Measurements – The measurements of the item listed – not of your own figure.  You must be a few inches smaller than the measurements shown.

Garment Measurements (unstretched unless noted):
Bust: 37–38" stretched
Shoulder to shoulder:  16-1/8"
Waist: 32"
Hips: 36" unstretched (allow ease for movement; do not overstretch pleats)
Sleeve from neck: 27"
Length: 57–58" (slightly shorter when worn due to body fill)
Fabric: Silky poly
Care: Hand wash only — dry cleaning may relax the pleats
Condition: Very good; beautifully preserved

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Care Instructions

We examine each item carefully and note any imperfections, but unless an item is said to be new, please don't expect it to be perfect & even some new items have small imperfections. I will always state in the description if there are any imperfections & I never do repairs but leave them to others who are better able to do them than me as that is not my expertise.

Please remember that unless specified all items have been used and will show varying signs of use or wear. We always list the obvious imperfections to the best of our abilities. However, some slight imperfections that will not show or affect wearing or using the item may slip by or not be considered worth mentioning.

Vintage nightgowns & peignoirs may be delicate so I do not wash them in the machine. I wash them in lukewarm water with Woolite or some other mild soap, then rinse & hang dripping wet in the shower.

Since these are vintage items, a bit of extra care needs to be taken with them so they remain beautiful & I definitely would never put a vintage nightgown or a peignoir in the dryer as it would ruin it.

The items are sold as we find them. We do not dry clean, launder, alter or repair vintage clothing and they should be cleaned or washed upon arrival. Please make your selection carefully & check the measurements as there is no return on clothing or other items.