Original Vintage: Special Occasion
Dating from: 1950’s
Label: Russell Stuart Model London W.1. 40
Measurements:
Side seam to side seam across bust 39” (99 cm)
Side seam to side seam across waist 30” (76 cm)
Side seam to side seam across Hips 41” (104 cm)
Length from top of zip to hem 38” (97 cm)
From under arm to waist 6”
Length of sleeve: 17” (43 cm)
bicep: 13” (33 cm)
A Rock Follies Vintage Size: 14
Please check our size guide for how to take your measurements.
Fabric: silky acetate mid-century print of tan background with an electric blue abstract design, fully lined with tan lining fabric
Style: Classic 1950’s Pencil dress with swag waist feature and three quarters sleeve
Features: The front bodice of the dress is pleated to one side and set with a fixed fabric rose, the skirt of the dress at the front is attached to lining fabric which sits under the bodice.
Closure: Nylon zip at centre back with hook and eye at top
Ideal to wear for: Special Occasion
Vintage Condition: Excellent Vintage Condition:
Vintage items are not new they date back to a particular era, some have survived in amazing condition, while others may show some signs of age but we feel they still deserve to make it into our collection. Therefore we have listed our items into three Conditions:
- Mint Vintage Condition: Means the item although Vintage is unworn and good as the day it was made.
- Excellent Vintage Condition: Means the item is in great shape for its age. (Most of our stock will fall into this category)
- Flawed Vintage Condition: Means the item is wearable but does have some repair, mark or damage. The flaws will be described.
1950's Tan & Blue Cocktail Dress
No care label in garment as it is pre 1966
We would sugest dry cleaning or a gentle hand wash and cool iron on reverse when still damp.