Darkest pink 1950s vintage full skirted ballgown or dress beaded embellishment Some slight fade to shoulders

Some slight fade to shoulders (and a little at cuffs

Hips 40” but will accommodate 42-44” max due to unstitched pleats

I am not sure if it’s been homemade or not

Lovely fabric

and split turn back winged cuffs

Darkest pink 1950s vintage full skirted ballgown or dress beaded embellishment Some slight fade to shouldersA typically later 1950s shape, with a full sweep on the skirt Ive not used any crinolines but it still has a lot of volume! Bateau neckline sits just at the tops of the shoulders. My poor mannequin didnt have enough bosom, which often the case when she models 1940s and 50s.. but hopefully you get the idea! As you can see from the photograph this dress was originally a pale colour (have included a photo of the original owner, photographed in 1958!) but