1950s Black Beaded Rayon Faille Cocktail Dress - Bust 94 cm 3 compartments It is cream and has

It is cream and has a hem stitched border and mitred edges

Vintage Simplicity Pattern 5650

near the front buttons and top back of one sleeve

It has been washed to remove shop soiling but there is one resistant spot near the hemline at the front

This wonderful piece of history is museum quality

1950s Black Beaded Rayon Faille Cocktail Dress - Bust 94 cm 3 compartments It is cream and hasMid calf length black rayon faille cocktail dress has double shoestring straps and beading across the top of the front in clear beads and pearls. Skirt is straight with a slit at the back. Closes at the back with a metal zip. Unlined. No labels, it's a custom made dress 1950s. Measurements Medium Bust 94 cm (37") Waist 75 cm (29. 5") Hips 101 cm (40") Shoulder to waist 38 cm (15") Length 108 cm (42. 5") Condition Very good. The boning in one side of