Late 1950s Early 1960s Designer Blue Rose Brocade Party Dress- New!
Measurements
Size: Small
Bust: 34 inches + 86 cm
Under Bust: 31 inches + 79 cm
Waist: 26 inches + 66 cm
Hips: Free
Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder: 15 inches + 38 cm
Sleeve Length from Outside Shoulder: 16 inches + 41 cm
Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 40 inches + 102 cm
Hem Length: 1.5 inches + 4 cm
Zipper Length: 20 inches + 51 cm
Seam Allowance: 1.5 inches+ 4 cm (per side) more in darts
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 black background brocade commercially made dress
* Fabric design features bright blue sketched long stem roses
* Classic silhouette with cinched waist and full skirt
* Bodice with elbow length sleeves and deep oval scooped neckline
* Shelf bust with self trim and centre front bow
* Waist has a similar trim ith bow at front that sweeps down to hem at the back
* Full cone shaped skirt with additional tucks for fullness
* Unlined, serged seams, hand sewn hem
* Back metal zipper
* Label reads Jean Allen
Jean Allen was a London-based fashion house operating in the 1950s through to the High Street boom of the 1970s. The company produced fine quality fashion items. Sue Irving, an employee of the company in the 1970s recalled that “there was an actual Jean Allen who controlled the fashion house, at Cavendish Square London, she was married to a Mr Parry Billings who was instrumental in the day to day decisions. I only know this as I worked there in 1975. They used to source models from the London College of Fashion, Mr Billings always said that their girls knew how to walk properly! They operated a factory in Italy where their designs came to life.” Pierre Balmain in Paris also supplied his models to Jean Allen designer House in London.
Condition
Absolutely stunning cocktail dress in such a wonderful colour combination. Fabulous design and presentation, and in excellent vintage condition too. Cleaned and ready to wear. Please drop us a line if you require additional information about this listing.
Shop Policies
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
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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
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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.