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Ladies' Vintage I of V: Vintage Dresses, Skirts, Tops +
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New! Item #al400, Fab 40s/50s 'Gloria Swanson' Grey Three-Piece Suit

  • New/Old lightweight smoky grey linen-look suit with sleeveless shell

  • Ca. early 1950s, 'Gloria Swanson Forever Young for Puritan' label (quite a mouthful!) Appears to be never worn, deadstock but without hangtags
  • Unlined, pieces have a linen look but are a cotton and wool (?) blend
  • Modified A-line skirt has side metal zipper and button; cropped jacket has bracelet length sleeves and faux flapover pocket at each side of waist. Shell is adorable in a dove grey with matching smoky grey appliques; fabric covered buttons down the back.
  • Measures: Skirt 30" waist, 38" hips, 27" total length; top 38" bust, 17" from shoulder to hemline; jacket 15" straight across shoulders, 38" bust (with sides touching in front), 19" total length from shoulder to hemline, arm length is 17" from shoulder to cuff edge.
  • In near mint, excellent condition with no holes, stains, fade, mothing, etc.

$42.00

New! Item #al401, Pretty in Polka Dots! Navy & White Rayon Swing Dress

  • Flirty navy blue and white large polka dots sheer rayon dress with cap sleeves and matching belt

  • Ca. 1940s, early 50s - 'Mynette' label....dress is rayon with a side metal zipper
  • Unlined, lightly puckered and gathered bodice to waist has a flippy, danceable skirt.
  • Matching belt included, however it does have age wear and yellowing - adorable with a red belt though!
  • Measures RARE size L - 38" bust, 15" straight across shoulders, 30" waist, 38+hips, 15-1/2" from shoulder to waist, 43" total length from shoulder to hemline
  • In excellent condition with no holes, stains, fade, etc. Would look fab with these cha-cha red and white confetti earrings found here!

$32.00

New! Item #al402, Ravishing Royal Blue 50s Va-Va-Voom Sheath

  • Simple and stunning royal blue washed wool (not scratchy) sheath dress that is SO chic and just a bit Doris Day....

  • Ca. 1950s, no label except a size tag (vintage size 14)
  • Fitted in all the right places; notice the simple detailing at the neck line (raised stitching). Side metal zipper + short zipper at back neck
  • Lined in acetate down the front and through the hips - straight pencil skirt
  • Measures approx size Medium - 36" bust, just under 15" straight across shoulders, 28" waist, 38" hips, 16" from shoulder to waist, 44" total length from shoulder to hemline. Arms are 3/4 length (past elbow)
  • In excellent, near mint condition - such a rich, vibrant jewel tone! Perfect for now, either dressed up or for day....

$32.00

New! Item #al403, Fantastic Fuschia 40s Crepe Cocktail Dress

  • Stunning rich jewel-toned hot pink rayon crepe cocktail dress with all the Hollywood glamour but not the price tag!

  • Ca. 1940s, early 50s - 'Leslie Pomer' label
  • Dress has a diamond detailing at the neckline and diagonal pintucking as well (such a 1940s detail!) Three-quarter length sleeves and fitted/pencil style skirt.
  • Back metal zipper, matching fabric belt included.
  • Measures approx size Medium - 36" bust, just under 15" straight across shoulders, 29" waist, 38" hips (no more), 16" from shoulder to waist, petite length at only 41" from shoulder to hem with a substantial 3" hem that could be let down if needed.
  • In excellent, near mint condition - rich color and so subtly sexy in person.....gorgeous with this pink abstract handbag.

$42.00

New! Item #mh802, Fab 50s Navy Rayon Cocktail Dress with Lacy Illusion Neckline

  • One of Jen's current faves, this is a navy knit and rayon short sleeved cocktail dress with fitted skirt and gorgeous lacy design 'sheer' neckline

  • Ca. 1950s, early 60s - side metal zipper closure
  • Fitted empire waist, neckline is lined in blush fabric for that sedate yet sexy peek-a-boo effect
  • Measures and will fit Small/Med best (a bit short waisted FYI) - 36" bust, 30" waist, 14-1/5" straight across shoulders (slightly small for a normal size M), 38" hips, 14" from shoulder to waist, 42" total length from shoulder to hem
  • In excellent condition with no holes, stains, fade, etc. The perfect day to evening dress - just add stilettos!

$32.00

New! Item #mh800, Beautiful Blue Print Sheer Dress & Bolero Jacket

  • Go anywhere, stylish & chic little short sleeved dress and matching shorty bolero jacket in a crisp blue and white print

  • Ca. 1950s, early 60s - 'Mynette' label; dress is a VERY sheer cotton and nylon (?) blend
  • Jacket has rounded edges and is a heavier, crisp cotton. Both pieces are unlined.
  • FAB detailing on the collar with two different styled lapels; righ tone is longer and pointy whereas the left one is shorter and rounded - unique!
  • Side metal zipper on the dress with a cute notched neckline.
  • Measures and will fit approx size Med - jacket is 38" bust, 16" straight across shoulders, 14" long from shoulder to hem. Dress measures 36" bust, 29" waist, 38" hips, 30" shoulders, 15-1/2" from shoulder to waist, 44" total length from shoulder to hem with a substantial 5" hem that could be let down if needed.
  • Both pieces excellent with no holes, stains, fade.

$28.00

Item #wh032, Chic Jackie O. Style Black Sheath with Bonus Scarf

  • Wonderful, chic black wool flannel sheath dress with square neckline and bow details

  • Ca. early 1950s, early 60s - no tag except a "Lot" tag inside neck, reads 'Size 14-1/2' (not quite!)
  • Cute little notches at neckline, tiny looped bow at each edge. Side metal zipper closure, dress is lined from waist to knee in black acetate.
  • Bonus scarf was added by us and is a melange of russets and gold just to add a bit of pizzazz! Could also be worn around the neck of course.
  • Measures approx size S/M - 35" bust, 14-1/2" straight across shoulders, 30" waist, 36" hips, 15" from shoulder to waist, 41" total length from shoulder to hemline
  • In excellent vintage condition with no holes, stains, mothing. Always in style LBD!

$24.00

Item #obd28, Divine 50s Peasant Style White Blouse with Rhinestone Buttons

  • Unique nylon puckered look blouse with gorgeous leg-o'mutton style sleeves

  • Ca. 1950s, 'Sheila Just' and 'All Nylon' labels
  • Blouse is nylon but is a heavier weight and looks and feels like cotton. Buttons are glittering big rhinestones. Banded cuffs and vertical stitching finish up the details.
  • Shoulders are slightly dropped which adds to the sleeve fullness. Interesting notched collar.
  • Measures like a size S/M - just over 33" bust, 15" shoulders (straight across), 29" waist, 21" total length from shoulder to hemline; arm length is 16" from shoulder to cuff edge
  • In excellent condition with no holes, stains, snags, etc. All buttons intact.
  • FAB, go with anything blouse!

$14.00

 

 

 

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