This is a superb bolero dress from the very early 1950s. The fabric is black textured cotton with a beautiful embroidery with bows flowers. She has an exquisite tailoring with a very elegant and sophisticated cropped bolero jacket. Side metal zipper. This dress has no label but it is not homemade.
BOLERO
Shoulders seam to seam: -
Armpit to armpit: 19" (48cm)
Sleeves: -
Bicep girth: 12.5" (32cm)
Waist: 28.5" (72cm)
Length: 13" (34cm)
DRESS
Armpit to armpit: 17" (44cm)
Waist: 25" (64cm)
Hips: -
Shoulder to waist: 14" (36cm)
Waist to bottom: 31" (79cm) - not enough hem to let down
Total length: 45" (115cm)
Sweep, side to side: Full
Fabric/material: Cotton, metal zipper
Condition: With signs of use/age but no problems. No holes, stains, rips, fading, sweat marks, etc.