Elegant and cut to perfection, bold red 50s/60s party dress. Lovely slubby weave with a soft glossy sheen and the boldest of red colours. Fitted sleeveless bodice with dropped waistband and a rounded neck with small v-slit in front. Spectacular full skirt sewn in wide box pleats, giving it an almost full circle sweep. Back metal zipper to fasten. No labels.
Dress is pictured with a petticoat which is not included in the sale.
SIZEThe dress is not labeled with a size but fits approx like a Small, fit is petite with a high bust and waist, so best suit a short-waisted lady. For your best fit please refer to the measurements.
Fit on model: as shown, but this was too short-waisted to fit right)
Chest: 35" (best fit smaller, would advice for 33-34")
Underbust: 31"
Waist: 26.5"
Dropped waist: 32"
Hip: free
Shoulder to natural waist: approx 14.5"
Shoulder to dropped waist: 16.5"
Length: 39"
(There is a short hem on this)
CONDITION
Good condition. Some slight seam straining to the waist seams. Looking at internal seams, it looks like the waist darts may have been resewn or taken in slightly at some point, though this isn;t visible on the outside.