This original 1950's silk dress, made in the most eye-catching floral print, in a palette of autumnal yellow hues, is the perfect piece for your vintage wardrobe.
Her V shaped neckline is framed by pleats along the shoulder line, that drape into the central seam along the front of the bodice, from which radiates gathered pleats. Her legend shoulder line boasts small internal shoulder pads, that set off the 3/4 length sleeves. Her cinched in waistline, is accented by a decorative matching silk belt that fastens to the back of the dress with hook and eyes. Her simple skirt, completes this piece in an iconic 1950's silhouette.
Label: Marcusa
Measurements Of The Dress
Armpit to Armpit: up to 36 inches
Shoulder to Hem: 42 inches
Waist: up to 28 inches
Hips: up to 42 inches
Shoulder to End of Sleeve: 16.5 inches
Shoulder to Shoulder: 15.5 inches
Size: UK 10 US 6
Condition: This dress is in perfect vintage condition.
Fastenings: This dress fastens at the back with a 22 inch plastic zip and to the back of the belt with 3 hooks and eyes
Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned or hand washed in cool water.
Fabric: silk
Vintage garments have been previously worn and lovingly cared for, they may however have a blemish or two. Here at Willow Hilson, we try our very best to note all the details of each garment, although we may sometimes overlook things, which we do apologise for. Please do not expect perfection, unless stated so.
Please make sure you check all the measurements of the garment before purchasing. Vintage garment sizes are not the same as those of today. To ensure the best fit, we suggest you measure you favourite similar style garment and compare it to the measurements we have listed. All our measurements are taken whilst the garment is lying flat, we then double these measurements to reflect the actual size.