1950s Floral Print Dress

Dates from the later 50’s to early 60s

Fabricated in a Rayon/synthetic blend (possibly nylon) crepe de chine with a golden yellow and orange floral print (roses) with green leaves

Armhole and neck clean finished with self piping

Bodice fitted with bust darts from side seam and waist

Skirt pleated in waist seam

Fastens with a metal toothed NYNCO brand zipper down center back and a hook and thread loop at the top

2 1/4” blind hem, clean finished with hem tape

Thread belt loop at side seam

***Original belt is missing

Maker: Unknown. No labels. If home sewn, It was well made.

Fabric by Fabrex Corp (see photo)

Condition: Very good/ excellent. See photos. Freshly hand soaked and line dried, arrives clean and ready to wear.

Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.

Size: looks to best suit a modern Small Please use measurements below.

Neck: 15”

Shoulder: 14”

Bust: 37”

Waist: 26”

Hips: full

Sweep: 102.5”

Length from Shoulder to Waist seam: 15.5”

Length from Shoulder to Hem: 40.5”

Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip

Has not been clipped on model

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