Size 14 Marilyn Style 1950s Dress - Wintry Blue & Metallic Silver Hand-Knit - Large Size 50s Pin Up Style Hourglass - Tassel Belt - Bust 41

When the weather outside is frightful, this cozy dress is so delightful! It's a pin-up style 1950s dress, hand-knitted in heathered blue wool blend. It has a soft square neckline edged in metallic silver knit, with an elaborate jagged border motif in the same metallic contrast. It's a Rubenesque silhouette of mid-century curves with a tassel belt to the nipped waist.

Ladies' Size
13 to 14

Measurements
Bust 41, Waist 32, Hip 46; Shoulder to Waist 18.25, Shoulder to Hem 43.25 Inches

Era
1950s

Label
None, expertly hand made

Materials
Powder blue & ecru heathered wool blend knit, tinsel-like metallic silver trim

Closure
None needed

Condition
Excellent

Condition Detail
Very nice overall, the knit has a slightly fuzzy surface from light normal use, no pilling, two scant gray scuffs to right hip of front skirt, freshly washed by hand

Washing Instructions
Lukewarm hand wash, no wringing or twisting, shape and dry flat, store folded

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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