Size 10 Black 1950s Dress - Elegant New Look Cotton 50s Full Skirted with Shawl Lapel - Mid Century Chic by Georgette Trilere - Waist 28

Gorgeous 1950s designer dress from Georgette Trilere, a little-known label who created sumptuous fashion! It's black cotton brocade in the best New Look silhouette, with a posh shawl lapel framing the shoulders and decolletage, and a fitted belted torso. The full skirt has a flat front with knife-pleats round the sides and back. Has its original self buckle-front belt, backed in leather.

Ladies' Size
9 to 10

Measurements
Bust 41.5, Waist 28, Hip up to 46; Neck to Waist 15.25, Neck to Hem 43 Inches

Era
1950s

Label
' Georgette / TRILERE ' at side seam bodice with paper factory label showing vintage size 14 at skirt seam

Materials
Beautiful black cotton organdy with brocade circles design, sheer enough it would need a slip to be worn; sheer black silk organza bodice facings

Closure
Self buttons with bound buttonholes at left front waist, hook/eye at bust and waist

Condition
Excellent

Condition Detail
Very fine, barely worn, the leather backing of the belt shows mild use with scant scuffs and scratches

Washing Instructions
Dry clean

Please note: All measurements (bust - waist - hip) are the maximum body measurements that will fit the item. These measurements already have ease subtracted and they are not actual fabric widths. To get actual fabric widths add two inches at the bust - one inch at the waist and two inches at the hip.

Size listed is a modern size. Any available vintage size is noted in the Label description. Please remember vintage sizes and modern sizes can vary a great deal.

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