Size 10 Shirtwaist Dress - 1950s Sheer Black Fit & Flare Summer Frock with Floral Appliques - Fitted Bodice Full Skirt - Original Belt - NWT

Pretty 1950s black shirtwaist dress with original tags! This short sleeved summer frock is such a great style, with sheer tucks and bold black flower appliques at the shoulders. It has a fitted bodice, belted waist, and knife-pleated full skirt. Original 50s hangtags attached!

Ladies Size
9 to 10

Measurements
Bust 39.5, Waist 28; Neck to Waist 15.5, Neck to Hem 41 Inches

Era
1950s

Label
' Hope Reed ' and vintage size 16 at back neck

Materials
Sheer black Pima cotton organdy, called PimaMist by Stevens on the original hangtag

Closure
Center front smoke gray moonglow plastic buttons, neck to waist, with hook/eye at waist

Condition
Mint

Condition Detail
Never worn, as new with no flaws

Washing Instructions
Cold gentle machine or hand wash, hang until damp, press on medium-high setting

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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