50's Dresses

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Another beauty from the SPENCER COMMUNITY THEATRE collection! Bright red cotton with tropical print in white and metallic gold. An iconic 50s Hawaiian dress by PEGGY WOOD. Piped detail at top of bust, wide straps, full skirt pleated into waist seam. Back metal zipper. Slightly lighter red than likely was 50 years ago, but no stains, holes or fade spots! Missing original belt. Click picture for more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 50" hips, 16" bodice, 39" long $310

Rose strewn 50's wiggle dress by DON LOPER. Bright pink and red roses in a sketch book style on a cross hatch tan and white background. Dress is fitted to hug curves, has self belt at natural waist. Done in a lovely draping rayon, lined in acetate, back metal zipper. Flawless, appears never worn! Click picture for more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 38" hips, 16" bodice, 41" long $265

Lava red tiki inspired printed cotton 50s sundress by KAMEHAMEHA.  40" bust, 30" waist, 60" hips, 17" bodice, 45" long

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What's better than a poodle print vintage 50's dress? SQUIRRELS! Squirrels with acorns, no less. Adorable white cotton sundress with black squirells and yellow acorns (squirrels have yellow eyes, charmingly or startlingly, depending on how you look at it). Dress piped in yellow matching straps at shoulders. Comes with matching wee bolero, click picture to see more images. By "Georgianna Frocks", side metal zip. Great vintage dress. Dress~~34-36" bust, 24" waist, 15-16" bodice, 62" hips, 43" long Jacket~~shoulders 15", bust 36", length 13" $245

Crisp summery cotton 2 piece 50s dress with bold turquoise and fern green paisley print, picked up in a band at bottom of full skirt. Skirt has side metal zipper and button at waist, sleeveless shell top has side metal zipper and squared bateau neackline. Two smocked sections either side of waist center create blouson effect, blouse hangs longer past waist to stay tucked in. No flaws. Labeled "By Petti". Click picture for more images. TOP~ 38" bust, 28" waist, 21" long SKIRT~ 26" waist, 48" hips, 32" long $155

Fantastic silk 50s dress in navy blue and white polka dots with matching cropped, double breasted jacket. Dress has scooped neckline and short sleeves, sarong effect hip swag at left hip. Metal zip up back, no label. Cropped bolero jacket is double breasted with 6 large white buttons. 2 small grey dots on white polka dot in front on dress, barely noticeable. Click picture for more images. Dress ~ 38" bust, 28" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 4" sleeves, 44" long Jacket~ 40" bust, 29" waist, 21" sleeves, 17" long $200

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Demure and romantic 50s full skirt dress with unexpected cut out detail at neckline studded with sparkling rhinestones. All white cotton (darkened in pictures to show details). Neckline is accented at throat with a small bow, two pieces of embroidered lace come from center to shoulders leaving skin exposed between. Same lace trims waist. Back  metal zipper, no label, no flaws. A sweet party dress or fun 50s wedding dress! Click picture for more images. 38" bust, 28" waist, 54" hips, 16" bodice, 5" sleeves, 40" long $175

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Rich, royal purple lace wiggle dress from the 50s. Draped and folded at neckline to emphasize the assets, nipped at waist, three quarter sleeves. Floral motif sheer lace over acetate lining, back metal zipper, no label. Click picture for more images. 40" bust, 31" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 17" sleeves, 40" long $145

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Iridescent shot-silk 50s sundress with cropped jacket in royal purple with red and orange sunburst print. Sleeveless bodice on dress has very faint lightening under arms, best bet is to wear with jacket which is flawless. More to come from the same estate of German designer pieces! DRESS~ 36" bust, 27" waist, 45" hips, 16" bodice, 41" long JACKET~ 38" bust, 30" waist, 20" long, 9" sleeves $135

Vibrant bright yellow linen early 50s dress with vivid floral print in coral, purple and green. Wide straps attached with yellow buttons, hip pockets below waist darts. Matching cropped jacket. No label, back metal zipper. Some slight freckling along tops of shoulders, gets caught up in print. Clean and ready to wear. Click picture for more images. Dress~ 38" bust, 28" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 45" long Jacket~ 39" bust, 30" waist, 14" sleeves, 15" long $195

Bombshell worthy 50's sculpted wiggle dress in bold purple shades by ALIX OF MIAMI. Summer florals in violet, grape and lilac purple add sizzle to this perfectly pleated summer stunner. Deep V neckline is set off by pleated and folded detail, same detail repeated at waistline. Bust is moulded from within by a stiffened satin liner. Three quarter sleeves, back metal zipper, curve hugging pencil skirt. No flaws. Va-va-voom! Click picture for more images. 38" bust, 28" waist, 40" hips, 15" sleeves, 40" long $215

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Delightful RED RIBBON BOUQUET print black cotton vintage 50's dress. Sheaths of wheat bundled with bright yellow, blue and white flowers decorated with festive red ribbons make up print on bodice and border print on full skirt. Side metal zipper, no labels, divine vintage dress. Underarms have been spot dyed at cleaners from fade, not noticeable but of note. Click picture for more images. Bust 36", Waist 26", Bodice 15", Hips 46", Length 38" $160

50's wiggle dress in soft periwinkle blue with pink and white floral print. Cummerbund style waist sash in soft rose pink, scooped neckline, short sleeves. Back is pleated below waist in center to give gathered "bustle" effect. Click picture for more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 6" sleeves, 45" long $155

Darling 50's dress in a unique wool knit. Bodice is peaked at waist with demure bow and slit open seam, layered over a fawn pink solid underlay and skirt. Metal zipper up back, fully lined. Labeled "MODELE EXQUISIT". Click picture for more images. 38" bust, 26" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 9" sleeves, 41" long $155

Dramatic blue on black rose print 50s dress in lightweight silk (pictures lightened to show detail). Deep V surplice style neckline ends in an unexpetced violet bow, waist pleated in a cummerbund effect. Dolman sleeves are three quarter length. Skirt is softly pleated toward waistline at hips, and parts with a curving slit up front revealing a pencil skirt beneath! No label, back metal zipper, no flaws. Click picture for more images. 38" bust, 28" waist, 41" hips, 17" bodice, 16" sleeves, 42" long $190

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Stunning navy blue silk stylized shirtwaist dress with all over rose print. Curved placket sets off 3 doughnut shaped self buttons, hooks and eyes at waist and neckline opening. Pockets accented with pleats, stand up collar, metal zipper below waist in center of skirt. From "RONSOHOFF'S of San Francisco". No flaws. Click picture for more images. 40" bust, 32" waist, 44" hips, 17" bodice, 16" sleeves, 46" long $180

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Fantastic 50's wiggle dress with novelty print of red and blue antique style cameras on tripods. Cap sleeves, notched neckline, hip pockets. Side metal zipper, no label, appears hand made. Lightweight linen weave rayon. No flaws. Click picture for more images. 40" bust, 30" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 43" long $160

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Sky blue cotton 50s sundress with sweet bolero! Rhinestones around neckline on dress, scattered on collar of cropped jacket. Peaked sleeves on jacket, no closure....dress has metal zipper and self belt. 3 little pale yellow spots on back of skirt toward hem, barely noticeable. Click picture for more images. DRESS~ 38" bust, 28" waist, 52" hips, 17" bodice, 46" long JACKET~ 40" bust, 30" waist, 7" sleeves, 15" long $160

Candy pink gingham cotton 50s dress with floral embroidered stripes set off by embroidered white lace. Demure bow at neckline, set of 3 buttons mid bodice. Side metal zip, no label, no flaws. Click picture for more images. 34" bust, 24" waist, 55" hips, 4" sleeves, 16" bodice, 44" long $95

Polished cotton 50s dress in shimmery pink with soft white feather screen print. Dropped waist edged in embroidered lace, self belt at natural waist. Full skirt, short sleeves....neckline is rounded in front, shallow V in back, edged in same lace as dropped waist. Stress to fabric at seam on back of shoulder and small tear next to it, price reflects minor issues....no stains or other problems. Click picture for more images. Petite size. 32" bust, 24" waist, 46" hips, 4" sleeves, 17" bodice, 39" long $65

Sweet blue and white sheer cotton floral wiggle vintage 50's dress with dramatic BIG bow at neckline and rhinestone accented black buttons down front. Hip pockets add a little accent to the hourglass figure! Wide cuffs on sleeves, side metal zipper, no label. Missing belt, a couple stones missing on buttons and one teeny repair next to button (stays behind placket when shut, not visible but of note). Click picture for more images of this superb XL vintage dress! 44" bust, 34" waist, 46" hips, 11" sleeves, 17" bodice, 44" long $115

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Nelly Don's answer to the wrap dress by Swirl....the "DONABOUT"! Blue cotton wrap dress in same style as a Swirl, wraps around back with one button at nape of neck. Sash comes through side opening, pulling around to tie with sash from other side creating a complete dress! Two tone skirt piped in royal blue. Tucks at neckline add a little detail to the bodice. No flaws. Click picture for more images. 34-36" bust, 26-28" waist, 44" hips, " bodic16e, 5" sleeves, 42" long $65

Striking NEW ORLEANS print wrap dress by SWIRL in vivid red cotton. Wrap dress with side sashes, signature swirled plastic button at nape of neck. Some holes in skirt  have been repaired, not flawless but wearable and a great print and colorway! Click picture for more images. 36-38" bust, 28-30" waist, 46" hips, 16" bodice, 42" long $80

Sweet cotton swiss dot flocked white full skirt 50s dress with all over print of wildflower bouquets. Yellow and pink flowers with green foliage are set off by coordinating grosgrain belt in green. Placket, collar and skirt center trimmed in looped lace. Puff sleeves, side metal zip. An "R&K Originals".  Click picture for more images. 35" bust, 24" waist, 50" hips, 16" bodice, 12" sleeves, 43" long $135

Charcoal grey and black woven cotton 50s wiggle dress and bolero by JERRY GILDEN Spectator. Dress has inset waist and is edged in blac braided piping, decorative buttons at neckline. Cropped jacket is trimmed in black piping, has small rounded collar and buttons up front. Side metal zipper, no flaws. Click picture for more images. DRESS~ 38" bust, 28" waist, 15" bodice, 41" hips, 41" long JACKET~ 40" bust, 30" waist, 15" long $165

From the SPENCER COMMUNITY THEATRE, a dramatic navy blue crepe rayon 50s dress with polka dot painted cuffs and rhinestone buckle cummerbund. Surplice style neckline, dolman sleeves, hip pockets with exaggerated lines add to the hourglass silhouette! Painted dots are flaking a little but look nearly intact. All stones on buckles present. No label, click picture for more details. Proceeds go to support the arts in Spencer Iowa! 42" bust, 32" waist, 45" hips, 18" bodice, 11" sleeves, 44" long $185

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Linen weave rayon 50s wiggle dress with sweetheart neckline, self belt and great BIG violet polka dots! No label, side metal zipper. No flaws. A fun vintage dress in a great colourway! Click picture for more images. 38" bust, 28" waist, 40" hips, 17" bodice, 6" sleeves, 41" long $160

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Sexy late 50s to early 60s thin wale corduroy wiggle dress in LEOPARD PRINT! Ruched at center of neckline, double darted at bust,  waist seam with loops for belt (missing, of course!). Add a black belt or rev it up with red! By Marshal & Snelgrove. Click picture for more images. 39" bust, 30" waist, 40" hips, 15" bodice, 38" long $180

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