This is a super fun late 50s early 60s evening dress. The dress is made on top of a green satin brocade with a blue metallic thread that is decorated with hand-set rhinestones in green and blue. The neckline is a “V” in the front and scoops in the back with large sewn-on rhinestones that trim the edge. There are also some more large rhinestones scattered throughout the top. The gown has a blue satin waistband that visibly helps cinch in the waist. At the seam under the bust, there are wonderful blue sew-on rhinestones with dangly green teardrop beads. The waist is plain and the skirt is attached just below the natural waist being made of a forest green rayon satin that is quilted. The skirt has a wonderful silhouette that is just my favorite. It is a full ball gown skirt that is fuller on the sides and flat in the front, reminiscent of an 18th-century pannier dress. The skirt is able to hold a good amount of this shape on its own but could be amplified with a petticoat. The dress has a large brass metal zipper up the back. The top and skirt are lined in green cotton. The hem is also lined a few inches up in green satin in case it would peek out. There are dress protectors sewn into the underarms.

Condition:
The dress is in great condition overall with only two small things to note. The first is that there is some faint staining/discoloration in the skirt. It is well hidden mostly in the folds, but there are a few spots along the hem that appear a bit darker. The other thing is that some of the sew-on rhinestones are missing along the neckline. I don't think that the missing stones are that noticeable as there is so much embellishment on the top. The dress has been professionally hand laundered and is ready to wear.

Measurements
Bust: 34"
Waist: 24"
Hips: Free
Length:
(shoulder to hem): 57"
(waist to hem): 40.5"

This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage seller in Pittsburgh, Pa.