1950s Black checkerboard cotton dress - Small size small Approx 18" across shoulders

Approx 18" across shoulders

a v short scrub pull to one underarm

and lined in dove grey faille

Skirt is slightly lower to back hem

Waist to hem 42”

1950s Black checkerboard cotton dress - Small size small Approx 18" across shouldersA stunningly unusual 1950s dress from Kitty Copeland, in the BEST cotton fabric of blackest black printed with a glossy checkerboard. Sleeveless fitted bodice fastens with rhinestone centre glass buttons, and there is an opening to front skirt hidden behind a pleat. Chest of garment 36 Waist 26 Mid shoulder to waist 14. 5 Skirt length 31. 5 Excellent condition after professional restoration work, there is a small faint paler mark to back shoulder