• original vintage dress repurposed in the 1950s to a fit and flare style from an original 1930s blue satin gown
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1950s Vintage Blue Satin Cocktail Fit and Flare Dress

1950s Vintage Blue Satin Cocktail Fit and Flare Dress

£120.00 GBP
£120.00 GBP
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This is a very lovely deep blue satin and ruffle lace fit and flare dress which appears to have had an interesting past. It originates from a much earlier date than the 50s, probably from the late 30s but has been dramatically altered to make it more fashionable to the 1950s era, which was done often to much loved dresses at the time. The alterations have made the dress shorter in length and the seamstress has added panels to the sides to make it larger, it has been expertly done by a professional, making the dress now ready for rock n roll dancing, as opposed to 30s jazz.
  • Short sleeves, sweetheart neckline.
  • Covered button decorative feature down the front of the skirt.
  • Side zip fastening.
  • Blue satin with white ruffle lace.
  • Bespoke designer made.
  • Fitted waist ideal 1950s fit and flare silhouette.

Measures (laid flat edge to edge):
The manni is a  40" size.

  • 40” Bust
  • 32” Waist
  • Hips - flare out
  • 21” Waist to hem length
  • 16” Nape to waist
In very good condition - Overall it is in very lovely condition, the lace is slightly age discoloured but the dress is very much wearable.
  • Care Dry Clean
  • Fabric Brocade
  • Type Vintage
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Size Guide

The measurements listed on each item are the actual garment measurements — not a modern clothing size label, and not your body measurements. Vintage sizing varies enormously by era, maker, and cut, so a labelled '12' from the 1960s may measure very differently to a modern 12. You'll also need to allow room for movement depending on the cut and style of the piece — a relaxed 1970s blouse needs more ease than a structured 1950s jacket. The best approach is to compare the listed measurements directly against a similar garment you already own and know fits you well. This is the most reliable way to judge fit — and the step most people skip.

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UK sizeUS sizeBust (inches)Waist (inches)
4030-32"22"
6232-34"24"
8432-34"26"
10634-36"28"
12836-38"30"
141038-40"32"
161240-44"34"
181444-46"36-38"
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