Size 2 Red 1950s Dress - Beautiful Cotton Brocade Fitted Bodice & Full Flared Skirt - XS Vintage Vixen - Nip Waist 50s 60s Beauty - Waist 24

This red 1950s dress is a mid century beauty in cotton brocade, so charming with its fitted bodice & bell-like full skirt. It has short sleeves, a ballet neckline and hourglass nipped waist with double breasted self buttons. The skirt has a flat front and tight gathers to the sides & back, with a stiff cotton underskirt for extra fullness.

Size
2 to 3

Measurements
Bust 36, Waist 24, Hip up to 54; Shoulder to Waist 15.75, Shoulder to Hem 39.75 Inches

Era
1950s

Label
' LOT / SIZE 11 ' at back neck

Materials
Lipstick red cotton brocade in a leafy lattice-like pattern, red satin faille facings, offwhite stiff cotton skirt lining

Closure
Center back metal zipper with hook/eye at neck and waist

Condition
Excellent

Condition Detail
Very fine condition, barley worn, the bottom of the zipper has been repaired at its base, it is working well

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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