It’s hard to see in this photograph, but the satin material behind the lace is a beautiful soft rose color. The skirt is black crepe – the classic dressy fabric that is so perfect for frocks of this type. It’s a vintage size 8, which fits like a current size 2 to 4. Perfect condition.
This design is made to look like a two-piece ensemble, though it is a straight sheath style with a zipper up the back. It hugs the body and even looks good on a hanger, which is lucky when I don’t have Madge or Stella to model it for me!
Made by PACO, which is a relatively upscale label for dressy clothing here in Australia.
Great find!
MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY
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As often happens with black things and when photographing without a model, I couldn’t get good detail in a picture but want to tell you about this great find anyway. I’m sure that you’ll be able to see it in your mind’s eye. Picture this . . .
Heavy black crepe, fully lined. Metal zipper up the middle of the back and a small kick pleat at the hem. Classic sheath style, but with a waist seam and a black fabric rosette toward the left side there. The neck is scooped front and back, with layers of draped fabric all around. The label is from a maker, or maybe a department store, which is Australian.
As always, the fabric and the tailoring distinguish it from the tons of modern black dresses that can be found anywhere. And, it fits much better, too. This one will last another 50 years!
Morgana Martin, the Magicvintagespy
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Great black velveteen top from the 40s or, maybe, early 50s. It’s a vintage size 16 (can you imagine! Size 4 me can wear it, though it’s very Jane Russell w/o all the decolletage). Just goes to show how sizes have changed.
The back neckline is a wide scoop. There is a short metal zipper at the waist on left. Imagine this worn with a long sweeping skirt, a pencil skirt or cigarette pants with a wide belt – all black or imaginative color combos. This style can easily go elegant or boho/beatnik.
The style is really flattering & dramatic. The neckline is beautiful left alone or showcasing a necklace or long dangling earrings (not both, please).
Another fabulous example of original true vintage elegance, found unexpectedly. You just never know . . .
Morgana Martin, the Magicvintagespy
Blog: Magicvintagespy.com
Book: How to Find the Best in Vintage Fashion available…
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