This absolutely incredible vintage 1950s portrait collar halter dress is crafted in lush sherbet-pink silk. It was made in the 1950s by a California-based dressmaker but clearly draws inspiration from Christian Dior's groundbreaking designs of the early 1950s. The construction is just phenomenal— the chest is built out, so structured that it's almost forming cups, and the halter neckline is finished with an exaggerated portrait collar. A waist seam sits under the chest, and the entire waist is carved out with many smaller panels, each of which increases in width past the waistline to form an incredible full skirt. The fact that it's constructed with these panels gives unrivaled structure to the skirt, while also creating a tiny hourglass waist, uninterrupted by a horizontal seam. On one side of the hips is a flounce detail in an abstract bow shape, forming almost an asymmetrical peplum. The halter secures behind the neck with buttons, and the dress has a zip closure down the back.
Measurements: This will best fit a size X-Small or Small, but please refer to below measurements to be sure.
Chest: about 32" laid flat, will accomodate more if needed because of how the chest is built out Waist: 26.5-27" Hips are free Length: 35.25" down side from armpit to hem
Great vintage condition, with minor signs of wear commensurate with age, and some minor mending, none of which is visible when worn— it presents absolutely flawlessly. With any questions about the specific condition or size, please email shop@verybreezy.com for additional photos or measurements, as all sales are final.
