Lost
Black velvet evening gown with crystal belt
Ocala
Lost
listing
Posted
6 days
ago
Description
Yesterday around 3pm I lost my black velvet evening gown outside the Paddock Mall on SW College Road in Ocala. It's a floor-length size 6 with a silver crystal belt and a teardrop neckline; the fabric is soft but there’s a tiny snag on the left hem from a night out. Inside the left lining, there’s a discreet silver monogram 'AR' that I had embroidered for sentimental reasons. This dress was a gift from my grandmother and I wore it for an important family wedding, so it means a lot to me. If anyone found it, please reach out — I’m really hoping to get it back.
Approximate last-seen location
Ocala
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