Special Occasion
Dating from: 1950s
Label: Polmarks Model 38
Measurements:
Side seam to side seam across bust: 34” (86.5)
Side seam to side seam across waist: 26” (66cm)
Side seam to side seam across hips are free 44” (112cm)
Length from top of zip to waist: 7 ½” (19cm)
Length from waist to hem: 26 ½
A Rock Follies Vintage Size: 10
Please check our size guide for how to take your measurements.
Fabric: Black Crinkly Taffeta with stiffened linen lining
Style: Fitted boned bodice with seven panels, narrow velvet straps with gathered skirts falling to below the knee.
Features: The bust of the bodice is covered in a pleated black velvet, with little velvet bows the dress is stylish and elegant, the petticoat is integral sewn in to the waist seam with a frill at the hem to give a lovely fit and flair shape.
Closure: metal zip to the back
Ideal to wear for: parties or events red carpet proms
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:
1950s Black Taffeta Gown
No care label as garment is pre 1966 we would recomend Dry clean or a gentle hand wash.