Measurements

Size: Extra Small

Bust: 32 -34 inches + 81 - 86 cm

Waist: 24 inches + 61 cm

Hips: 34 inches + 86 cm

Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder: 15 inches + 38 cm

Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 39.5 inches + 100 cm

Zipper Length: 21 inches + 53 cm

Hem Length: 4 inches + 10 cm

Seam Allowance: 0.5 inches + 1.25 cm (per side)

Note: Measurements are taken from outside, flat and stretched from seam to seam. This is the maximum size allowable, so please consider individual fit and comfort.

Description

* Lovely 1950s black rayon crepe commercially made dress

* Classic silhouette with a fitted waist and straight skirt

* Bodice with wide oval neckline and ¾ length sleeves

* Self-fabric rolled trim at waist

* Skirt is straight with darts emanating from waist

* Decorated with a range of appliqués commencing below the bust to the hip area

* The appliqués are roses and rosebuds in varying shades of pink with green leaves

*Both bodice and skirt are fully lined with a hand-sewn hem

* Back metal zipper

* Label reads Hannah Troy - Troy Figure

Hannah Troy was a ready-to-wear firm that specialized in adaptations of Italian designs. Troy began her business in 1937 and remained open into the late 1960s. She was known for clothes that suited the petite woman and specialized in both day dresses and evening wear. George Saman was the designer of the label in the late 1950s, and Murray Neiman did the designing in the 1960s.(courtesy of VFG)

Condition

Excellent.

No notable flaws that I can see.

Please note that these are vintage items that have been used and loved over the years, As such, they may display slight evidence of their age. Any notable flaws above and beyond this will be highlighted here.

Comment

Stunning dress with the most beautiful appliqué work. All the roses are different and so detailed. Please drop us a line if you require additional information about this listing.

Shop Policies

COVID-19

Unfortunately, the pandemic has resulted in a backlog of parcels worldwide. Our local Postal Service continues to operate at increased capacity and assures us that packages will arrive at their destination, albeit with a noticeably longer timeframe.

We now offer an alternate express delivery service via DHL for those of you who want your packages more expediently. This option is currently delivering packages within a seven-day timeframe from pick-up.

Availability
This item is within our selling stock. In the unlikely event that two buyers purchase this item concurrently, payment will be immediately refunded to the latter purchaser. We apologise in advance should this rare circumstance arise.

Postage
We make every effort to post your item within 1-3 days of payment. Should a circumstance arise where we are unable to post within this timeframe (eg we are away at a fair) we will contact you immediately. Please note that our postage charges are based on standard international and domestic air packages - all with tracking. If you want to upgrade to express postage or require insurance, please contact us prior to checkout and we will adjust the rates accordingly.

LayBys/Layaways
Yes we do offer flexible layby/layaway options and are open to negotiation as to the time period. Obviously, the more expensive the item the longer the time you will have to finalise payment. Contact us to see how accommodating we can be :)

Alterations
Obviously, as these are one-off pieces, the fit may not be quite what you need. To this end, we also offer an alteration service by professional seamstresses. Please shoot us an email outlining what you want and we will quickly respond with a quote and timeframe. Costs are kept to a minimum for this service.

Special Orders
If you are looking for something that you don't currently find in our shop - let us know we may be able to help you with a special listing!

Photography
Our photos are taken with a mix of studio and ambient lighting. Whilst we take care with the colour balance of our photos, individual computer monitors register colours differently depending on their calibration. If you want the exact colour shade drop us a line and we will give you the Universal Pantone colours that match the item.

1950s Black Rayon Crepe Designer Dress with Appliqués- New! (SOLD)