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Mam’selle by Betty Carol Sculptural Petal Puff Dress, 1959
$950
£716.56
€826.47
CA$1,340.95
A$1,492.37
CHF 776.96
MX$18,021.95
NOK 9,743.83
SEK 9,203.66
DKK 6,171.56
About the Item
Utterly fabulous unlabeled Betty Carol for Mam'selle 1959/1960 taffeta and wool dress. Sculptural and seamlessly of-it's-time yet light years ahead. This dress was featured in the September 1960 issue of Vogue, and the scan is included below.
Expert construction. The bodice is made from a smooth wool with a wide V front and back with straps that sit wide on the shoulders. Princess seaming for a fitted silhouette throughout the bodice to the drop waist.
The wool skirt has a pencil silhouette with a series of 17 inset taffeta petals about 4" below the waist. Despite the voluminous skirt, the dress still has a svelte look and fit. The taffeta is thick and luxurious with tulle within the puffs.
One small cigarette hole in the taffeta located at the inner edge of a petal near where the wool meets the taffeta. You need to look for it to see it. Otherwise excellent condition.
Additional information:
Dimensions: Best fits an Extra Small or US 0.
Chest: 34"
Waist: 24"
Hips: 34"
Length: 39"
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- Dimensions:Length: 39 in (99.06 cm)Marked Size: XS (NA)Bust: 34 in (86.36 cm)Waist: 24 in (60.96 cm)Hip: 34 in (86.36 cm)
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- Seller Location:Los Angeles, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU4391226967482
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