Vtg 50s Sheer Blue Dotted Swiss Organza Full Skirt Cocktail Party Prom Dress S For Sale

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• Adorable 1950's or early 60s sheer dotted Swiss organza party/prom/cocktail dress by Mr. Walter for Carol Gowns of Chicago

• Notched neckline, shirred organza ties sewn into princess seams that form a "V" on the bodice front.

• Sash ties in the back

• Short cap sleeves

• Full gathered skirt with 9" hem

• Label(s)/Tag(s)

Carol Gowns by Mr. Walter Chicago

Size 10 tag

• Color(s)

Light powder blue dotted Swiss and plain organza, taffeta lining is a slightly muted shade of blue.

• Fabric/Material

Sheer slightly crisp nylon flocked dotted Swiss over acetate taffeta. The sash is a plain organza (not dotted Swiss).

• Closure(s)

Center back metal zipper with hook and thread loop at top

• Belt/Sash

Wide organza sash/ties attached at princess seams

• Inside finishing

Bodice is underlined with taffeta, dotted Swiss skirt has a taffeta underskirt. Open seam allowances are straight and pinked.

• Items not included

Jewelry and crinoline are not included.

• Condition

See next section for condition.

• Vintage Chamber items are stored in a smoke-free/pet-free environment.

• I check items thoroughly and don't sell garments that have unpleasant odors, unsightly alterations, or need even minor repairs.I'm an experienced and meticulous seamstress who can't resist restitching split seams, hems, zippers, buttons, hooks/eyes, snaps, trims, etc when needed. I have a huge stash of vintage sewing supplies, so any repairs are made with comparable supplies from the same era.

• Overall vintage condition

Other than a few pin holes in the label, this dress is pristine and looks unworn

• Flaws

none

• Holes/tears

none

• Snags/picks

none

• Outside stains/soiling

none

• Small spots/specks

none

• Worn areas on surface

none

• Fading/discoloration

none

• Items missing

none

• Inside issues

none

• Visible repairs/alterations

none

• Other

none

Please allow room for movement and comfort. Measurements are not always perfectly precise, *See additional information below. Let me know if you have questions or would like additional measurements.

• Vintage marked size

Size 10 tag

• Estimated modern size

S

• Stretch/non-stretch

non-stretch

• Bust

36"

• Waist

26"

• Hips

free

• Shoulders

15.5"

• Cap sleeves

3"

• Sleeve opening

12.5"

• Shoulder to waist

15"

• Waist to bottom

29"

• Total length

44"

• Hem circumference

112" dotted Swiss

122" taffeta underskirt

• Clipped on dress form

no

• Dress form

33" B, 23" W, 34" H (a padded bra is sometimes used)

* Measurements are taken with a flexible tape measure while garment is lying flat, then doubled for bust, waist, hips. If you are using an older tape measure to check measurements on a similar garment, please compare your tape measure first with a rigid tape/rule, since older flexible tape measures can sometimes shrink or stretch.

• Shipping Services and Cost:

o Shipping cost is shown near the top of this listing. No handling fee is included.

o Shipping only by USPS Priority Mail, Parcel Post, or First Class Mail for certain lightweight items. If you would like other shipping services, please send a message.

• Ship to United States only to addresses shown in PayPal (if your address is no longer current, please update before offerding or paying).

• Handling time is one business day. Please allow an extra day if payment is made on a legal holiday or the day before.

o If payment is received Monday through Thursday, items will usually ship the next business day.

o If payment is received Friday, Saturday, or Sunday items will usually ship Monday.

• Tracking: Tracking number will be available on your Purchases page. Labels are usually printed through or PayPal, so you will receive an automatic email when the label is printed. Please keep in mind that an item may show as being shipped the day before it actually goes out if the label was printed late in the day.

• Packaging: Clothing, accessories, and textiles are sealed in plastic and may include tissue paper and/or bubble wrap if needed. A packing slip will be enclosed. The Item will be shipped in either a poly mailing envelope, padded envelope, Tyvek envelope, or box, depending on shipping service used, weight limits and safety issues.

• Signature Confirmation will be included for items selling for $250 or more, and may be included for certain items under $250.

• Combined Shipping: If you win multiple sales ending on the same date, and would like combined shipping, please wait for a combined invoice before paying. Please keep in mind that it may not be cost-effective or safe to combine certain items.

• Payment is due through PayPal within 4 calendar days from sale end to avoid an Unpaid Item Case being opened.

• A separate invoice is usually not sent unless an adjustment needs to be made for combined shipping or other reasons.

• A packing slip will be enclosed when item ships.

• Returns are accepted. Please contact Vintage Chamber within 14 days after you receive this item if you'd like to return it.

• If an item is returned for reasons other than being significantly not as described, the original and return shipping charges will not be reimbursed. The sale price only will be refunded through PayPal within 5 business days after returned item is received without signs of additional wear, use, or damage.

• If an item is significantly not as described, a full refund including original and return shipping will be made through PayPal within 5 business days after returned item is received.

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