Late 1950s Early 1960s Blue and Green Tulips Designer Dress- New!
Measurements
Size: Extra Small
Bust: 32 inches + 81 cm
Under Bust: 29 inches + 74 cm
Waist: 24 inches + 61 cm
Hips: Free
Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder: 15.5 inches + 39 cm
Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 43 inches + 109 cm
Hem Length: 2 inches +5 cm
Zipper Length: 15 inches + 38 cm
Seam Allowance: None
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
* Gorgeous 1950s white crisp cotton background commercially made dress
* Fabric design features large blue and green tulips with black leaves and stems
* Classic silhouette with cinched waist and full skirt
* Sleeveless bodice with low squared neckline
* Semi attached suspender straps in a v-shape at front and back
* Inset of pin tucked self fabric highlighted with shiny black buttons
* Straps feature small tulip pattern
* Full skirt with knife pleating and featuring border of large tulips
* Unlined, pinked seams, hand sewn hem
* Side metal zipper
* Label reads Vicki Vaughn
Vicki Vaughn
Vicky Vaughn was the junior division of R & M Kaufmann, Inc in Aurora, Illinois. The Kaufman brothers began making ladies dresses in the 1920s. They built their business by producing high quality but moderately priced dresses and sleepwear. The company was able to keep prices low by mass producing garments in their own factories. In fact, their motto was "Only the LOOK is expensive." Sales grew steadily through the use of full page advertisements in Seventeen, Mademoiselle and Charm magazines as well as the use of live television commercials on shows such as "Beat the Clock." The Kaufmann's also produced the Toni Todd line for misses sizes. The company was sold to Russ Togs in 1969.
Condition
Absolutely stunning novelty print dress with a fabulous tulip border. The bodice is amazing with so many features. It obviously was a quality dress as the contemporary advertisement shows. It's in excellent condition too, looks hardly worn. Unfortunately missing the cute belt featured in the photo. Cleaned and ready to wear. Please drop us a line if you require additional information about this listing.
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Availability
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LayBys/Layaways
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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.
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Photography
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