1950s Silk Chiffon Floral Print Maxi Dress with Belt
A vibrant original 1950s silk chiffon couture made maxi-dress. The fabric is summery and playful; white and yellow daisies, red poppies and blue irises are set against a lust, dark green background. The dress has a sweetheart neckline supported by delicate spaghetti straps. The bust is boned all the way around and gives way to a full, swirling skirt that is generously cut from swathes of fine silk chiffon. The skirt is lined with thick dark green iridescent taffeta to add volume. The bust is also lined with dark green taffeta for a comfortable, luxurious wear. The dress fastens under the left arm with a zip and finished with a lined chiffon belt in the same print which fastens at the front with an elaborate silver-tone filigree buckle.
This dress is in wonderful vintage condition with no issues of any note - very fresh looking. No labels remain in the dress; it is however of fine quality and looks to have been dress maker made. The fabric has no stretch. Our model's sizes are: Bust: 37” (94cm), Waist 31” (80cm), Hips: 45” (114cm), 5' 10.5" (180cm) and she's a size UK 12, US 8. The dress was a great fit on her.
MEASUREMENTS
BUST - 36 in. (91 cm)
WAIST - 30 in. (76 cm)
HIP - 46 in. (117 cm)
LENGTH - 62 in. (157 cm)
Pickup available at CIRCA VINTAGE
Usually ready in 24 hours
F.A.Q.
Will you set anything aside for me before I come?
We are happy to find anything you may be interested in from our website. We have an extensive offline collection. It is helpful if you can let us know your size, style, favourite colour to wear and perhaps your budget in advance of your appointment.
Do I need to bring anything with me?
Clients may wish to bring modern shapewear. You may also wish to bring favourite footwear. We often find a classic pair of nude shoes work well when trying-on, or gold and silver. We have a huge variety of slip dresses and petticoats to complete your look. Many of which are also for sale.
Do you have a price range?
Many of our lower priced pieces, under £250, are not available to buy online. Dresses usually start at £150 and go up to £30,000 for the very best archival couture. Our bridalwear price points range from £1,000 to £20,000.
Can I bring anyone with me?
Yes but please do let us know the size of your party in advance.
Where can I get alterations?
We offer some alterations in house. Should you need alterations we cannot provide, we can refer you to one of our tried and trusted tailors.
Do you have an after-care service?
We will advise you on the best way to clean and preserve your vintage purchases and can also recommend trusted local dry cleaners.
Can I cancel my appointment?
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Where's the showroom?
Our address is Circa Vintage, 87A Lansdowne Way London SW8 2PB
Upon arrival, buzz the 87A button on the gate or call us 020 7736 5038 to let you in.
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Underground:
Stockwell (7 min walk) - Northern and Victoria Lines
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