50s Party Dress in Mocha Silk - sm

High-quality 1950s party dress in heavy mocha-brown matte silk satin.

• Graceful, banded neckline.
• Bracelet-length kimono-cut sleeves.
• Smooth, seamed bodice.
• Shaped, nipped waist has interior grosgrain band with hook&eye.
• Thread loops hold the matching belt.
• Tiny pleats open into an extra-full skirt to wear with or without a crinoline (not included).
• Luxurious, deep patch pockets sprinkled with hand-sewn jet black beads.
• Unlined, with pinked seams, a very deep hem, and generous seam allowances.
• Metal back zipper with top hook&eye and decorative bow. 

This dress is a real vintage gem, with finishing and details you won't find today, at any price. How often do you see a 4" hem on a modern dress? From the estate of Dorothy E., a woman with some truly fabulous clothes.

Label: Hannah Troy Troyfigure
Read Ms. Troy's obituary here. Please note that this particular dress is not cut for "Petites," but is a standard "Misses" size.

Fiber/Care: unmarked, silk, dry-clean only

Condition: we replaced the thread eye of the hook&eye. the leather backing of the belt is a bit crackly. we found what looks like a very small discoloration on the interior hem. some of the pocket embellishments show wear in close-up photos but look perfect in person. no other flaws. this dress looks and feels nearly new. 

*We've had this dress professionally dry-cleaned and it is ready to wear.*

Garment Measurements:
- belt is marked size 10, equivalent to a modern U.S. 2/4. there are generous seam allowances -
 bodice: 15"/38cm
 bust: 36"/91.5cm
 waist: 26"/66cm
 hips: free
 shoulder to hem: 43"/109cm
 hem sweep: 144"/366cm

For reference, model is 5'5", measures b: 35.5 (32D), w: 26.5, h: 35.5, and usually wears a U.S. modern size 2/4. Dress fits well and is not clipped for the photos.

☞ Our items are not newly manufactured "vintage style" pieces. They are true vintage, at least 20 years old. Please read condition report provided above. ☜

Note: Significant overages in shipping fees (where applicable) will be refunded. International customers are responsible for any taxes or import fees.