This is a fabulous late 1950s to early 1960s cocktail dress that combines quiet sophistication with simmering seduction! The bodice is styled with a vee neck wrap front that is pleated into the empire waist in front. The high waist is edged with a band of shirring that acts almost like a shelf bust. The front midsection is set off with piecing that curves from the front center down to the sides of the natural waist, giving a hint of a corset effect. The skirt is fitted front and back with vertical darting. The 3/4 length kimono sleeves are gusseted under the arms for ease. The body of the dress is lined.
SIZE: No size label
| Measurements | Inches |
Cm |
| Bust |
44.5" |
113 |
| Waist |
31.5" |
80 |
| Hips |
42" |
106.5 |
| Bodice length |
15" |
38 |
| Skirt length |
29.75" |
75.5 |
| Sweep |
46" |
116.75 |
FABRIC/COLORS: The fabric is a lightweight slubbed silk in navy blue. Lining feels like acetate in a rich shade of coppery maroon.
TAGS: No tags found - this may have been custom sewn at a very nice skill level.
CLOSURES: A long metal zipper down the back.
CONDITION: No stains, holes, tears or other issues noted.