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Black and White Polka Dot Sleeveless Wiggle Dress w Reversible Wrap - XS, 1950s

About the Item

An ensemble so well-bred it practically demands lunch at the Plaza. Pair with a wide brimmed hat, sunglasses and a Yorkshire terrier (or Dalmatian puppy!) and prepare to stop traffic. Spaghetti strap wiggle dress with empire waist seam and full circumference princess seams for extreme curviness; low scooped back. Rear metal zipper closure with top hook and eye; lined to just above knee in white muslin. Matching polka dot wrap reverses to solid black. fabric: heavyweight polished cotton noteworthy: dry clean only alterations: none condition: excellent measurements: neckline opening: 11 ½” across; 10 ½” rear drop straps: 7 ½” bust: 33” underbust/rib cage: 27” waist: 25” empire bodice length: 11 ½” from shoulder, 4” from underarm hips: 35” skirt length: 31” from empire waist seam total length: 42 ½” from shoulder, 35” from underarm sweep: 35” hem: ½” wrap: 16” wide x 68” long label: Sue Leslie (California) size: no size tag present; comparable to modern size extra small
  • Designer:
    Sue Leslie
  • Brand:
    Sue Leslie
  • Dimensions:
    Marked Size: none; comparable to size XS (US)Bust: 33 in (83.82 cm)Waist: 25 in (63.5 cm)Hip: 35 in (88.9 cm)Shoulder to Hem: 42.5 in (107.95 cm)
  • Style:
    Wiggle (In the Style Of)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
    Altered (not by designer).
  • Seller Location:
    Tucson, AZ
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 0910.05.0111stDibs: LU86434008343

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