1950s Heavy Silk Swagged Mignon Dress designer-james-galanos It is cut in classic

It is cut in classic sixties style with a short hem that slightly flares out

Its all boned and shaped to give you that barbie Doll body with the bust and hips exaggerated in just the right way

Skirt length: 35" from waist seam to the bottom of the hem

These two pieces are not an original set but I cannot help but pair them together and sell them as one

From the high floral banded waist line the skirt swoops out in tiers that get wider till them end mid-calf

1950s Heavy Silk Swagged Mignon Dress designer-james-galanos It is cut in classicThis dress has all the things that make dresses from this time period so wonderful. The construction is superb, the lining is all attached inside, a process that takes much time and precision. The bodice has been properly gusseted under each arm. The dress feels substantial, while remaining as lightweight and comfortable to wear. The waist nips in and the skirt under the swagged overlay is actually a fitted pencil skirt. The design on this one is all