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Convertible Yellow Floral Circle Dress w Rhinestone-Studded Shelf Bust-S, 1950s

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Wearable with a halter or strapless neckline, this romantic sundress would be the perfect ensemble for a breezy garden party or summer wedding. Ideal for larger busts, the ample shelf bustline also features a rhinestone-studded under-layer that peeks out for added interest. The front center of the full skirt is slightly shorter than the sides and even longer at the back for extra perceived volume and balance. Strapless or halter neck circle dress with graduated hemline and pleated shelf bust; rhinestone-center daisies along sweetheart bustline. Flexible boning at rear bodice; self-piped waistline. Side metal zipper closure with top hook and eye; hanging loops. Fully lined in ivory muslin with extra rayon slip layer in skirt; free-moving muslin lining is deliberately longer than dress in certain areas for added dimension. fabric: cotton voile, rayon, cotton muslin noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: invisibly mended tear in rear left hip and re-secured daisy bodice to shelf bust condition: very good with above referenced repair in skirt (see photo) measurements: halter: 25” end-to-end bust: 34” underbust: 30” waist: 25” hips: free bodice length: 8” skirt length: 30” – 34” total length: 38” – 42” sweep: 180” (overskirt), 170” (rayon slip), 220” (muslin lining) label: no label present size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size small
  • Dimensions:
    Length: 42 in (106.68 cm)Marked Size: none; comparable to size XS - S (US)Bust: 34 in (86.36 cm)Waist: 25 in (63.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Sundress (In the Style Of)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Altered (not by designer). Invisibly mended tear in rear left hip (see photos) and re-secured daisy bodice to shelf bust.
  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0811.09.2521stDibs: LU86434293743

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