1960's Helena Barbieri Embellished Silk Organza Gown with Train

"Helena Barbieri" labels. Nude/blush pink strapless gown of silk organza. The gown is decorated with same color embroidery in the design of bunches of flowers. Some of the flowers have these pretty little matching silk buds with bows appliqués'. The top of the gown is fitted and has a top attached layer of same fabric that is cropped above waist length and trimmed around the hem in matching silk satin. The waist has an inset band of same satin to match. The gown bodice is lined in pale pink silk, and has hidden stays sewn in. The skirt has 3 layers to it: second layer of matching silk organza, third layer of silk-backed matching chiffon. The gown has an inner grosgrain waist belt, and fastens with back metal zipper. The gown is in super clean condition, looks hardly worn but does have flaws. At front above hem is pale small stain, there is a 1 1/2" rip in the organza at side skirt, a tiny hole in the bodice, and finally a brown stain on the bottom lining layer of skirt (not visible from outside). The gown presents beautifully and has no visible flaws. Size small. Measures 36" bust,  26" waist, free hips, 10" top of bodice to waist, 41" waist to hem, and is longer in back as it has a short train. For a larger view click here. For a side view click here. For a back view click here.

Item #WGAZZ

Size: Small 36" 26" free hips

1950's Carlyle Crepe and Lace Cocktail Dress with Tiered Skirt

"Carlyle" label. Gorgeous black lace bodice is backed in nude colored mesh fabric, and scalloped along the edges. The lace actually covers the bodice down below waist to hip level, where the hem is scalloped. Cap sleeves, fitted. Skirt is made of black rayon crepe and is decoratively tiered. Skirt is self lined, bodice is lined in black silk and nude mesh. Dress fastens with back nylon zipper. In excellent condition. Size medium. Measures 16" shoulder to shoulder seam, 38" bust, 29" waist, 38" hips, 16" shoulder to waist, 26" waist to hem. For a larger view click here. For a side view click here. For a back view click here. For a close up of bodice click here.

Item #WCAR

Size: Medium 38" 29" 38"

Price: SOLD

1950's Nicholas Reich Embellished Party Dress

"Reich Originals" label. Light pink rayon faux linen fabric with ecru lace insets at neckline and on skirt. The lace insets are dotted with prong set rhinestones for a bit of sparkle. Dress is styled with short cuffed sleeves, fitted waist and full skirt. Bodice is lined in self fabric (bodice looks a bit darker in photos because of lining, but is not). Skirt is not lined, you will need a matching slip because you can see through the lace insets. Comes with original matching belt. Very good lightly worn condition. Size small-medium. Measures 15 1/2" shoulder to shoulder edge, 36" bust, 26" waist, up to 37" hips, 15 1/2" shoulder to waist. For a larger view click here.  For a back view click here.

Item #WRCH

Size: Small 36" 26" 37"

Price: $44.00/shipping

Price: $65.00/shipping

1940's Rayon/Cotton Blend Day Dress

Partial label, not legible. Rayon and cotton blend in sky blue with pretty white floral print. Dress has V neckline and a little collar. Dress fastens all the way up front with matching blue and white novelty plastic buttons, all buttons present and matching. Shirring above bust on yolk of bodice, shirring at sides below waist. Comes with original fabric covered belt. In good and very wearable condition. The colors look overall a bit washed out, and the dress has two tiny spots on the front, both on the skirt. The fabric covered buckle has a large hole in the fabric and a rust stain.  Size medium. Measures 16" shoulder to shoulder edge, up to 37" bust, 28" waist, 38" hips, 17" shoulder to waist, 27" waist to hem. for a larger view click here. For a back view click here. For a bodice view click here.

Item #SRHD

Size: Medium 37" 28" 38"

Price: $32.00/shipping

1950's Very Pretty Polished Cotton Dress

Union tag, no other labels found. Black polished cotton with brilliant chartruese and green floral print. Sweetheart neckline, darting under bust creates a shelf, fitted, with very full skirt. Bodice is partially lined in cotton, skirt has attached yellow crinoline slip. Side metal zipper. This dress looks like new and hardly worn, but it has a tiny 1/8" or less rip at V of neckline, and a 1/4" rip at back V of neckline. Size medium. Measures 16" shoulder to shoulder edge, 38" bust, 29" waist, free hips, 17" shoulder to waist, 27" waist to hem. For a larger view click here. For a side view click here. For a back view click here.

Item #SRYL

Size: Medium 38" 29" free hips

Price: $48.00/shipping

1950's Cotton Quilted Skirt with Joss Stick Print

No labels, looks professionally made. Cream background with gorgeous Shaheen style joss sticks in red, gold, and black. Side metal zip and button. There is only one thing wrong with this, one seam on the back of the skirt has a raw edge - as if it had been sewn that way or altered with the raw edge sewn down across the back of the skirt. You really can't tell unless you look closely. It is a beautiful skirt and very clean and very presentable. Size small, only 23" waist, free hips. For a larger view click here. For a back view click here. Great for summer.

Item #SRJSS

Size: Small 23" waist