What a great 1950s vintage dress - feminine plus comfortable! The eyelet fabric can be as modest - or risque - as you choose, depending on the color of your undergarments. The bodice is fitted with horizontal and vertical darts at the bust. The curving vee neckline and the short sleeves are edged in a band of solid black. The gathered skirt is full enough for a modest crinoline if you like.

SIZE: No size label

Bust - 43" (109 cm)

Waist - 31" (78.75 cm)

Hips - Free

Bodice length from shoulder seam - 16.5" (42 cm)

Skirt length: 23.5" (59.75 cm)

Sweep: 95" (120.5 cm)

FABRIC/COLORS: Black cotton eyelet, in a pattern that is a bit unusual, being not floral. The motifs are almost oval, with one end pointier - their shape, and the embroidered pattern inside, remind me of pinfeathers - see closeup. The lower bodice is lined in lightweight black muslin - upper bodice and skirt are unlined.

TAGS: Manford

CLOSURES: The bodice closes with five plastic shank buttons that are faceted to look a bit like marquisite. There are two pairs of snaps at the waist and a short open placket below that.

CONDITION: A previous owner hand stitched a small tear under the right arm - because of the open nature of eyelet, I didn't notice it until my third inspection - see closeup. No stains, holes, tears or other issues noted.

This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Lane County, OR.