Additional Details
Era: Original Vintage 1950s
Fabric: “A Waverly Bonded Fabric” “Ariel” printed on fabric edges inside skirt. Fabric looks and feels like polished cotton.
Labels: Dresses of Distinction Kramer Original brand fabric label
Design: Butterfly garden floral print dress with a classic 1950’s fit and flare silhouette. Nipped-in waist (no boning), full skirt with side pockets and attached net underskirt, short cap sleeves, and a scoop neck that repeats on the back. Garden print includes colors of gold, pink, coral, and green on an ivory background. Pearls and prong-set rhinestones featured on the front bodice.
Closures: Center back metal zipper and hook & eye
Condition: Very good to excellent with minor wear consistent with age. Patina and darkening to some of the rhinestones. No belt.
Sizing: Fits like a modern X-SMALL to SMALL. Please see garment measurements below.
Measurements of Dress (APPROXIMATE)
Bust of the garment is measured underarm to underarm and then doubled.
Waist of the garment is measured straight across the narrowest point of the garment and then doubled.
Length of the garment is measured from the highest point of the shoulder to the bottom hem line.
Please allow room for movement and general comfort.
Item was photographed on our Women’s size 4 dress form.
Bust: 35” - 36”
Waist: 24”
Hips: Free
Length: 46”
Please note: This dress was photographed with a petticoat added to display the fullness of the skirt. Petticoat not included.
Vintage at Fashion Funster
All of us at Fashion Funster LOVE vintage clothing, accessories, and home goods! We are always on the lookout for those unique treasures that will set your closet and home apart from the rest. Laura, our founder, has been collecting, researching and studying vintage for over 20 years. She has a discerning eye for the pieces that are still relevant, wearable, collectible, and that blend effortlessly with modern styles. We are excited to share our collection with you!