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metallic gold dress 1950's Yma Sumac Custom Couture Metallic Gold Hourglass Trained Dress

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metallic gold dress 1950's Yma Sumac Custom Couture Metallic Gold Hourglass Trained DressID: 0215253 Size: small Condition: excellent An important and truly breathtaking one of a kind metallic gold lam trained couture dress custom made for icon Yma Sumac. This ultra rare masterpiece dates back to the mid 1950's. Yma Sumac (19222008) was a noted Peruvian soprano and the original Queen of Exotica. Her international fame began in the early 1950's and she became the most famous proponent of exotica music. She is remembered best for her

ID: 0215253
Size: small
Condition: excellent

 

An important and truly breathtaking one-of-a-kind metallic gold lamè trained couture dress custom-made for icon Yma Sumac. This ultra rare masterpiece dates back to the mid 1950's. Yma Sumac (1922–2008) was a noted Peruvian soprano and the original Queen of Exotica. Her international fame began in the early 1950's and she became the most famous proponent of exotica music. She is remembered best for her extraordinary vocal range, which was well over four and a half octaves. She was also quite the fashionista, and in 2010 'V' fashion magazine voted her one of the top 5 World Muses! 

Crafted from opulent metallic gold lamé, the dress features a seductive sculpted low-plunge bustier bodice with inner boning construction and a padded bust for a flawless, figure-enhancing fit. The garment's most striking feature is the unique, fluid train, which offers endless styling possibilities. Whether draped around the neck as a dramatic scarf or left flowing in a cascade of liquid gold to the floor, the train enhances it's unique 'Old Hollywood' allure. The front slit, combined with the gown’s sleek, hourglass fitted silhouette, offers a quintessential femme fatale vibe—effortlessly glamorous and impossible to ignore. As Damon, Yma Sumac's personal assistant, told me, "Yma loved elegance mixed with a touch of exotic. I was fascinated to see how much effort was put into each piece and what was added inside for the perfect physique". A piece like this is more than just a dress—it's a true work of art and a rare treasure that encapsulates Yma Sumac's extraordinary life both on and off the stage. This one-of-a-kind creation is a testament to her timeless elegance and the lasting impact she made on the worlds of both music and fashion. An iconic slice of 'Old Hollywood' glamour that would be an epic red carpet look. 

Measurements
Bust: 34-35 inches
Waist: 25 inches
Hips: 36 inches
Dress Length: 49 inches
Train Length: 80 inches

This Yma Sumac custom couture dress is in wonderful wearable condition with no serious damage to note. Presents beautifully. Perfectly working hand-set back metal zipper and intricate inner corset boning. Museum quality and an investment piece that will continue to increase in value.

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MBL
Chelsea, US
★★★★★ 5
I returned- did not like the fabric pattern
Color: Off White&black, Size: Large
I returned- did not like the fabric pattern. Nothing wrong w the shirt itself. pic looks better than it is.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2026
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RobynLeigh’sHauls
Chelsea, US
★★★★★ 5
Love IT
Size: Medium, Color: Dark Green Stripe Knit
My hubby looks so handsome in this.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 12, 2026
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Tony
Grantham, US
★★★★★ 4
Comfortable fit, but the pattern looks a bit dated
Size: XX-Large, Color: Dark Green Stripe Knit
I grabbed this in an XXL looking for a comfortable, breezy shirt for the summer. The actual fit and feel of the shirt are really nice. It's a true relaxed fit that doesn't pull tight across the chest or stomach, and the knit material is surprisingly soft and breathable, kind of like a lightweight summer sweater. It definitely doesn't feel like stiff, cheap cotton. My main issue is just the design itself. I ordered the dark green stripe, and in person, the pattern just looks a bit dated, almost like a retro bowling shirt or old upholstery rather than a modern vacation button-down. I'm not the biggest fan of how the stripes look on me, so it has basically become a shirt I just wear lounging around the house instead of actually wearing it out anywhere nice.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2026
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Freddy HerChavez
Lake Worth, US
★★★★★ 5
Perfectly fine
Size: Large, Color: Dark Blue Stripe Knit
Comfortable and just perfect
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Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2026
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AmzRev
Boise, US
★★★★★ 5
Airy, 100 % cotton, crochet, button-down shirt
Size: XX-Large, Color: Dark Blue Stripe Knit, Size: XX-Large, Color: Dark Blue Stripe Knit
This feels super soft and airy. Even though it’s made of 100% cotton, it doesn’t feel heavy at all. I love the contrast between the dark blue and white. The fit is slightly boxy, and it doesn’t wrinkle whatsoever. It’s absolutely worth the price. I can’t get over how good-quality, versatile, lightweight, and soft this shirt is. I highly recommend it as a fun layering piece or a stand‑out top.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2026

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