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Beautiful 1950s House of Nine demi couture black silk chiffon bombshell halter dress ! Tailored bodice with three strands of rhinestones under the bust that leads into the back. Full...

This early 1950s Ceil Chapman taffeta and silk dress is a timeless and elegant party dress. It has a fitted ruched bodice, cut from soft black silk jersey, which hugs the body beautifully to create a feminine shape. The ruching is sewn in two vertical lines down the front of the dress and is also shaped around the bust. The skirt flares out from the bodice at around the low hip point and is made up of black taffeta which is pleated to create volume and movement. The material has a lovely thick, quality feel to it. The dress fastens down the back with the original metal zipper which is finished with a hook and eye closure to the top. Ceil Chapman was famously the favourite designer of Marilyn Monroe, and was renowned all over the world for creating glamorous cocktail dresses and party gowns...

Incredible 1950s SUZY PERETTE black silk chiffon nude illusion couture tiered cocktail dress! Features a black strapless bodice with a sheer chiffon overlay. Three tiers of soft luxu...

GRETA PLATTRY c.1950’s Midnight Black Pleated Sleeveless Fit N Flare Day Dress Circa: 1950’s Label(s): Greta Plattry Original Designer: Greta Plattry St...