Vintage 1950s Tea Dress Belted Slip Cross Over Front 50s Tricel

$49.69 $58.46

Shipping to United States: $28.58

Gorgeous 1950s Sheath Dress Made by Martha Manning in a stunning blue green and violet abstract tricel
There are dainty bows at either size of the neckline with diamanté clasps
The print is vivid clean and bright, it’s generously styled for the summer, with a lose fitting design. It’s super light and airy it’s perfect for the summer
Part of an Italian fashion collection.

The Tricel fabric is in the most stunning condition and it’s been created to drip dry and wear
The dress has been cut to compliment beautifully, a curvy figure.

It’s simply stunning and perfect for any vintage themed venue, and wonderful for retro weddings. Wear with a wrap for a nostalgic fashion statement or maybe a 3/4 duster coat
The measurements given are actual, from seam to seam taken when the garment was laid flat, and are given as a guide. Please compare these measurements against a similar garment of your own.

The dress;
Guide size 12/14
Shoulder to waist 17”
Shoulder to hem 47”
Across the shoulders 16 1/2”
Sleeve length 16”
Under bust measurement, 40”underarm to underarm, 44”
Waist 33”
Hips 42”-44”
The sleeves are three-quarter, and the zip is metal and is approximately 11 inches in length.
Made approximately 1957 the dress is unlined so would be suitable for a summers evening Made by Martha Manning, for the Italian market.

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