A late 1950s to early 1960s evening dress with popover top in that striking combination of blue and green that was so trendy then. The brocade weave is a stylized hibiscus - it is intricate but not fussy. The scoop neck bodice is fitted with darts and has spaghetti straps. The set-in waist is accented with self fabric cording. The floor length skirt is deeply pleated at the waist, and has a bit of a sculptural effect due to the structured lining. The cropped popover is simply styled, lightly fitted with darts, but intended to stand away from the body. I could see wearing it as a going-out top with a pair of fitted pants.
SIZE: No size label
| Measurements | Inches |
Cm |
| Dress: Bust |
38" |
96.5 |
| Dress: Waist |
28" |
71 |
| Dress: Hips |
Free |
Free |
| Dress: Bodice length from shoulder | 18" |
45.75 |
| Dress: Skirt length |
41" |
104 |
| Dress: Sweep |
79" |
201 |
| Popover: Bust |
40" |
101.5 |
| Popover: Length from shoulder seam | 15.25" |
38.75 |
FABRIC/COLORS: Brocade in vibrant shades of turquoise and emerald green. The bodice and popover are lined in olive drab acetate type fabric and the skirt is fully lined with pellon for structure. Per fiber burn test, the brocade is a synthetic blend, perhaps with rayon.
TAGS: Carol Brent
CLOSURES: A long metal zipper down the back of the dress with hooks & eyes at waist and top of neckline. The popover has a set of snaps at top and bottom in back.
CONDITION: On close inspection, I found a 1.5" fray at the hem near the left side seam - see closeup. I have hand stitched a small area of open seam on the left shoulder of the popover top. The bodice lining has the color variation that is frequently seen with unstable vintage dyes. No other issues noted.
