Vintage 1950s 60s Chiffon Dress Pleated Black Silk Size M 60s mod leather Jay Flex always used sterling

Jay Flex always used sterling silver settings

The pattern on the skirt would appear to replicate “the rough”

Shoulders: 26” across from one shoulder/sleeve seam to the other shoulder/sleeve seam - note that the shoulder/sleeve seam sits on the upper arm

The chemise has spaghetti straps and is constructed to follow the body silhouette

Shoulders:  19” from shoulder/sleeve seam to shoulder/sleeve seam

Vintage 1950s 60s Chiffon Dress Pleated Black Silk Size M 60s mod leather Jay Flex always used sterlingThis is a vintage 1950s or early 60s chiffon dress featuring fabulous quality pleated black silk chiffon fabric over a black taffeta base. It is constructed with a single layer of black chiffon above the waist and a double layer below the waist. There is no taffeta above the bust so the chiffon creates a semi transparent look across the upper bodice, shoulders and back. The chiffon, due to the pleating, has some spread, and so covers the upper arm