Rendered in the most sumptuous raw silk with a pattern of rose buds in shades of pink with bold green stems, accented by delicate pleated details and velvet finishings, this original 1950's dress and jacket set is just the piece to add to your seasonal wardrobe.
The rounded notched neckline of the dress is accented by a pleated border along the front of the décolletage. The elegant shoulder line, sets off the short length sleeves. The fitted bodice, boasts tailored darts beneath the bust-line from which gathered pleats radiate upwards along the bust. The cinched in waistline, draws the eye to the simple skirt-line which is accented by single box pleats that radiate from either side of the front of the waist-seam. The dress is finished with a kick pleat along the centre back of the skirt.
The matching jacket, is accented by an elegant V shaped neckline, which is sett off by by gathered pleats that contour the nape and décolletage. The simple shoulder line, sets off the short length sleeves, which boast turned up cuffs, with detailed external splits along each side. The fitted cut of the jacket, is accented by tailored seams, which draw the eye to the central pink pearlescent button fastenings. The cinched in waistline is accented by mock front pockets, which boast pleated edges and are finished with pink velvet bows.
This dress and jacket set are not lined.
Label: Gano Bonirs, Denvers
Measurements Of The Dress
Armpit to Armpit: up to 36 inches
Shoulder to Hem: 45.5 inches
Waist: up to 27 inches
Hips: up to 40 inches
Shoulder to Waist: 16 inches
Neckline of End of Sleeve: 5.5 inches
Measurements of the Jacket
Shoulder to Shoulder: 15 inches
Shoulder to Hem: 19.5 inches
Shoulder to End of Sleeve: 10 inches
Armpit to Armpit: up to 40 inches
Waist: up to 28 inches
Size: UK 8-10 US 4-6
Fastenings: The dress fastens with an 11 inch metal zip along the side seam. The jacket fastens with 4 buttons
Condition: The dress is in near perfect vintage condition, a very light blue mark along the back of the right hand side sleeve. Very light and gentle yellowing below the armpits. The jacket is in near perfect vintage condition, very gentle colour bleed to the rose bud pattern along the sleeve sea. Very gentle and small scattered age marks along the left hand side cuff of the jacket. These minor details are in no way apparent the set is being worn and only noticeable upon close inspection. Please refer to the photographs as they form part off the condition report
Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned or hand washed in cool water.
Fabric: Raw Silk, Velvet
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 your favourite similar style garment and compare it to the measurements we have listed.
