1950s Black Floral Jacquard Maxi Dress Coat evening dress The back of the clasp

The back of the clasp has some tarnish in keeping with light wear but this is not at all visible when worn

Tailored from vibrant yellow jersey

(61 cm)Length - 56 in

Around the top of the dress is a panel of embellished fabric

I have sold a number of these dresses over the years and many included a Harrods retail label

1950s Black Floral Jacquard Maxi Dress Coat evening dress The back of the claspAn elegant and very early 1950s maxi dress coat which I have no doubt retailed in one of the finest US department stores of the day and is very possibly a designer piece. Tailored from the most beautiful fabric textured black jacquard dotted with metallic flowers in pink and yellow it has a wonderfully feminine cut. A nipped in waist and full, softly pleated skirt creates a flattering silhouette. It has a wide curved collar which gives way to double