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Vintage 1950s to 1960s Dress - BEYOND BELIEF Black Pinstripe Tuxedo Style Mam'selle w 14 (!!) Bakelite Button Suspenders + Bow Tie Size XS

Regular price $298.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $298.00 USD
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♛Details

•Highlights: the literal cutest, like Beetlejuice meets Puttin' on the Ritz; sturdy cotton twill "jumper" layered over a lighter cotton "blouse"; bow tie at neck; "jumper's" high waist is sexily curved under bust; separate suspenders with 14 (!!) decorative black Bakelite buttons front and back; full, structured skirt; I doubt this one will turn up again any time soon...an absolute treasure

•Colors: black, white 

•Fabric(s): cotton twill

•Lined: skirt is lined

•Closures: rear metal zipper

•Designer/Labels: Betty Carol, Mam'selle -- this was a high-end junior's label

All accessories (belts, jewelry, crinolines, pins, etc.) are for style inspiration only unless indicated.

♛Measurements

About a modern XS; please allow room for fit/ease!

Bust (underarm area measured flat, then doubled) to 32"/taut 34"

Waist about 24"

Hips full

Bodice, shoulder to waist seam about 15"

Shoulder to hem about 40 1/2" and has about 2" hem

Shoulders - no seams 

Sleeves about 6"

♛Condition

Overall great vintage shape. Cleaned, still deep in color. All the Bakelite buttons are intact, incredible! 60+ years old.

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