Size 10 Shirtwaist Dress - 1950s Atomic Era Rayon Novelty Print - Rust Pink Yellow - Fitted Bodice & Full Skirt - 50s Housewife - Waist 29

$ 175.00

A terrific 50s shirtwaist dress is a mid-century classic! It's a 1950s novelty print rayon frock with a skinny point lapel that looks more 40s than 50s, short sleeves, a darted bodice and knife-pleated skirt. From a wonderful old label, Carlye, that produced great designs during this era.

Ladies Size
10 to 11

Measurements
Bust 39, Waist 29, Hip up to 60; Neck to Waist 17, Neck to Hem 47.25 Inches

Era
1950s

Label
" Carlye " at back neck

Materials
Kitschy woven-look rayon print crepe in rust brown, yellow, white and pinky-peach, with a banded effect to the print, and a pieced design to the bodice; chocolate brown linen-look rayon

Closure
Center front gray shell buttons with metal shanks, neck to hem, with hook/eye at waist

Condition
Excellent

Condition Detail
Very nice, minor yellowing to label and one end of the label has been re-sewn, the bottom button on skirt is missing, does not affect use

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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