blue 50s dress 50s/60s Blue Floral Silk Dress

blue 50s dress 50s/60s Blue Floral Silk DressLovely cobalt blue print dress from the late 1950s or early 60s. The pattern is an "almost paisley," somewhat ethnic floral print. Pleated surplice empire bodice, underbust bow. Kimono cut three quarter sleeves. Princess seams into straight skirt with inverted kick pleat. Matching belt. Partially lined, with pinked seams and lingerie stays. Closes at back with long, metal zipper and top hook&eye. From the marvelous Jamieson estate, spanning two

Lovely cobalt blue print dress from the late 1950s or early 60s.

• The pattern is an "almost paisley," somewhat ethnic floral print.
• Pleated surplice empire bodice, underbust bow.
• Kimono-cut three-quarter sleeves.
• Princess seams into straight skirt with inverted kick pleat.
• Matching belt.
• Partially lined, with pinked seams and lingerie stays.
• Closes at back with long, metal zipper and top hook&eye.
• From the marvelous Jamieson estate, spanning two centuries in style.

Labels: R&K Originals For the Girl Who Knows Clothes

Fiber/Care: unmarked, burn tests as silk and feels heavenly, dry-clean

Condition: almost, but not absolutely, perfect. the hem was let down long ago, and in spots the original stitch holes are visible on close inspection. there is slight fading along the left side. lining has color shift. see photos. flaws are inconspicuous.

*We've had this dress professionally dry-cleaned and it's ready to wear.*

Garment Measurements:
 bodice (to empire seam): 11"/28cm
 bust: 36"/91.5cm +  > 2"/5cm
  from darts
 at empire seam: 34"/86.25cm
 at natural waist: 30"/76cm (cinch with belt)
 hips: 39.5"/100.25cm
 length: 42"/106.5cm
 belt: 0.75x32"/2x81.25cm

Gently clipped for photos to better fit Delphine.

(BDV SKU: 00419-044)

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