Enchanted Purple" Vintage 1950's Deep Purple Velvet Beaded Cocktail Dress UK 10-12

"Enchanted Purple" Vintage 1950's Deep Purple Velvet Beaded Cocktail Dress

This original 1950's deep purple velvet cocktail dress, decorated with trailing beadwork and sequins, is a rare piece to behold and never again find.

Her rounded neckline is framed by short sleeves and a fitted bodice. Her cinched in waistline is accented by a simple cut skirt, showcasing the iconic tailoring of the era.
Embellished with a symmetrical pattern of beadwork, in soft shades of grey, purple, and iridescent, in a trailing floral design that covers the entirety of the bodice, hips and sleeves. Deep purple sequins and ab iridescent rhinestones add to the incredible embellished design.

This dress is fully lined

Label: F.M
Provenance: Belgium

Measurements Of The Dress:

Armpit to Armpit: up to 35 inches

Shoulder to Hem: 39.5 inches

Waist: up to 30 inches

Hips: up to 38 inches

Shoulder to End of Sleeve: 6.5 inches

Size: Medium UK 10-12

Condition: This dress is in perfect vintage condition

Fastenings: This dress fastens at the back with a 22 inch metal zip and a single hook and eye

Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned or hand washed in cool water.

Fabric: Velvet, Beads, Sequins, Rhinestones, Lined

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.