1950s ruby gold lurex cocktail frock

A rich red gold lurex 50s cocktail frock
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Wide scooped neckline with gathers underneath
Capped short sleeves
Fitted bodice
Nipped waist with a 3D rose & leaf just below it
Two darts either side of centre
Fitted over the hips
Back of the bodice lined with red duchess satin
Skirt lined with stiffening fabric
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Bust 36”
Waist 27”
Hips 37”
Length 15” torso 40” full length
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Condition is very very good with one mend on the back and a mend on the back shoulder
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All sales are final. Items are sold ‘as is’ with no implied or expressed warranty. I have made the best effort to accurately describe all details of items offered for sale. I do not accept returns or exchanges, but please contact me if you have any problems with your order. I do not accept returns due to fit, colour, buyer’s remorse, or shipping delays. Please see detailed measurements and descriptions, and message me with any questions.

Note that any sale items are final under all circumstances. I also reserve the right to a 20% restocking fee if items are returned. Layby payments are not refundable in the event of lapse.

Shipping is not refundable. I am not responsible for packages lost during shipment. The sale value is declared in the appropriate customs form for international parcels. The buyer is responsible for any import duties that may be due.

Insurance and/or Express Mail can be made available upon request. Please expect most international packages to ship Express with tracking for no less than $45 (AUD).

I make every effort to describe items as accurately as possible, including pictures, measurements, and noting the condition of the garment. Please recognise a garment might fall within a 10-year time range earlier or later than the listed date. Please contact me if you see a listing you think is misdated.

Most vintage garments do not have fabric content tags and so descriptions of fabric types are my best and experienced estimations. Every effort is taken to be accurate but no guarantee is expressed.

During thorough inspection, I may miss some small imperfections, that therefore may be excluded from the description. It is fair and reasonable to expect signs of wear commensurate with age in any vintage garment. As with all vintage, items will never look like brand new, shop-bought garments. Items are not returnable unless something has been greatly misdescribed. Vintage garments may require alteration for a proper individual fit. Please do not request returns for items that do not fit.

My garments are generally in excellent condition although it is important to bear in mind that minor signs of wear should be expected commensurate with the age and history of an item. I use the following grading system:

Deadstock – New vintage stock with tags attached. Garments have never been worn but storage over the decades may mean there are still blemishes. If this is the case, these will be described as accurately as possible.

Mint/Perfect – Garments are as pristine as the day originally sold, showing no signs of wear. There are no original tags.

Near Perfect – Garments show only the slightest signs of wear.

Excellent – Garments show typical, though minor, signs of wear.

Very Good – Garments are absolutely wearable but have some flaws (e.g. staining, snagging, or discolouration).

Good garments have wear & tear or stains or both but are wearable

Poor – Garments are wearable but shows significant signs of wear. In most cases these pieces can be restored. The price balances rarity and materials with condition.

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