Size 4 1950s Dress - New Look Taupe Artisan Weave 50s Tailored Office - Nipped Waist Hourglass - Beige Black Gray Crimson Red - Waist 25
$ 79.99
This 1950s hourglass dress has gorgeous neutral hues, finely striped, in artisan style cotton. Hints of taupe, gray, black, and crimson red are woven in a thin summer weight, ideal for the office. This fitted 50s dress is a classic New Look design with elegant mid-century details, neat tailoring, and a svelte nip-waisted design. Has a shawl collar, half sleeves, and ruched torso with an asymmetric closure. Faced to the torso and skirt in taupe taffeta.
Size
4 to 5
Measurements
Bust 34, Waist 25, Hip 36; Shoulder to Shoulder approx 16-17, Sleeve Length approx 14, Neck to Waist 15.5, Neck to Hem 40.5 Inches
Era
1950s
Label
" Jon Pierre / HESS'S / ALLENTOWN, PA " and vintage size 13 at back neck
Materials
Taupe & beige-gray cotton blend, feels similar to a fine poplin in an opaque matte light weight, woven with fine threads in crimson red, steel gray, black; tan taffeta facings
Closure
Hooks/eyes at center front torso, with hidden snap at left front, hook/eye at V-neck
Condition
Good
Condition Detail
Very nice, has been freshly washed, the under arms are vaguely yellowed in an area about 3 x 3 inches to the front side, this is somewhat noticeable; label is very yellowed
Washing Instructions
Dry clean; or warm hand wash, shape and dry until damp, press on medium 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.
Additional photos are often available.
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Size
4 to 5
Measurements
Bust 34, Waist 25, Hip 36; Shoulder to Shoulder approx 16-17, Sleeve Length approx 14, Neck to Waist 15.5, Neck to Hem 40.5 Inches
Era
1950s
Label
" Jon Pierre / HESS'S / ALLENTOWN, PA " and vintage size 13 at back neck
Materials
Taupe & beige-gray cotton blend, feels similar to a fine poplin in an opaque matte light weight, woven with fine threads in crimson red, steel gray, black; tan taffeta facings
Closure
Hooks/eyes at center front torso, with hidden snap at left front, hook/eye at V-neck
Condition
Good
Condition Detail
Very nice, has been freshly washed, the under arms are vaguely yellowed in an area about 3 x 3 inches to the front side, this is somewhat noticeable; label is very yellowed
Washing Instructions
Dry clean; or warm hand wash, shape and dry until damp, press on medium 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.
Additional photos are often available.
Questions? Ask a Vixen! We're always here to help :)
Shop thousands of vintage clothes in one place with VintageVixen!