Women's 50s Dress Vintage Velvet Party Shelf Bust Full Skirt Evening Gown Small VFG
Wow, this 1950s vintage evening gown is such a beauty, perfect for a winter formal occasion! The dress has a fitted bodice, with softly pleated shelf bust. Inner bust is covered in cottony white lace for contrast. Skirt is gathered and full.
SIZE: No size label
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Measurements |
Inches |
Cm |
|
Bust |
35" |
89 |
|
Waist |
25" |
63.5 |
|
Hips |
Free |
Free |
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Bodice length from approximate shoulder |
16" |
40.5 |
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Skirt length |
45 |
114 |
|
Sweep |
92" |
234 |
FABRIC/COLORS: Soft black velvet, probably rayon
TAGS: No tags, and may have been hand tailored
CLOSURES: Side seam metal zipper
CONDITION: Very good. There are several pinholes in the skirt on the left side of the back. A single hole is a bit larger, about 1/4" diameter. These are not noticeable during wear. No other issues seen.
I measure the outside of garments, unless stated otherwise.
For menswear, the chest is measured at armpit level.
For womenswear, the bust is measured a little below armpit level, including the room created by darts or gathers.
Waist will be measured if there is one, and hips are measured about 9" below waist level. Sleeves are measured from shoulder seam or an approximation in the absence of a shoulder seam. Garment length is measured from the back of the neck, unless otherwise stated.
The measurement numbers refer to the garment, not the body inside. For best fit, measure a similar type of garment which fits you well and compare.
If the garment is shown on Josephine, my mannequin, her measurements are 31/24.5/34". Sometimes she wears a padded bra. My live models measurements vary depending on the day and year, and I don't ask them to share that.