Rendered in the most elegant shade of duck egg blue Duchess satin and embellished with silver lined glass beads and bugle beads, with silver claw set rhinestone accents and ivory pearls, this original 1950's vintage cocktail dress, is just the piece for that special occasion. 

The wide rounded neckline of the dress, is framed by mid-length inset sleeves. The fitted bodice is accented by a curved seam beneath the bust line, that joins either side seam below the sleeves. The fully embellished bodice follows the natural curve of the under-bust seam in a striped beaded pattern, contrasting the straight striped design along the base of the bodice. The cinched in and fitted waistline, draws the eye to the lightly flared design of the skirt, which boasts gathered pleats along each side of the waist seam, setting off the panelled cut of the skirt. Finished with an internal tiered tulle petticoat for added structure within the skirt, this dress showcases the iconic silhouette of the era. 

Label: Lintons 

Measurements Of The Dress:

Armpit to Armpit: up to 34 inches

Shoulder to Hem: 40 inches

Waist: up to 25 inches

Hips: up to 40 inches

Shoulder to End of Sleeve: 11.5 inches

Shoulder to Waist: 14.5 inches 

Shoulder to Shoulder: 14.5 inches

Size: UK 6 US 2

Condition: This dress is in near perfect vintage condition. A few very small pin sized marks along the pleats to the front right hand side top of the skirt-line and one found along the left hand side. Gentle age marks and signs of wear along the lining and internal parts of the bodice. A few age marks to the internal rayon lining of the bodice.  These minor details are well concealed within the pleats and internal areas of bodice and are not apparent when the dress is being worn. Please refer to the photographs as they form part of the condition report. 

Fastenings: This dress fastens at the back with a 16 inch metal zip and two hook and eyes. 

Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned 

Fabric: Duchess Satin, Tulle, Glass Beads, Glass rhinestones, Pearlescent Beads, Rayon lied bodice. 

Vintage garments have been previously worn and lovingly cared for, they may however have a blemish or two. Here at Willow Hilson, we try our very best to note all the details of each garment, although we may sometimes overlook things, which we do apologise for. Please do not expect perfection, unless stated so.

Please make sure you check all the measurements of the garment before purchasing. Vintage garment sizes are not the same as those of today. To ensure the best fit, we suggest you measure your favourite similar style garment and compare it to the measurements we have listed.