1950s 1957 CAGE NECKLINE documented silk Suzy Perette dress small | new spring summer
m i n t : pristine with no signs of wear- possibly deadstock
e x c e l l e n t : signs of normal wear and age- no obvious flaws
v e r y g o o d : noted minor flaws that may have been already repaired - very wearable
g o o d : many noted minor flaws and/or mends -wearable
f a i r : numerous noted flaws and mends, some significant - still wearable
Exquisite Suzy Perette documented 1957 dress! Done in the most luxe magenta/hot pink silk that the advertisement calls "candlelight silk". Criss cross neckline with halter neck that has black velvet edges. Long line princess seaming, and ultra full skirt. Bodice is lined in pellon and skirt is unlined. Back metal zip.
Ad reads: "The fabulous candlelight sheen of silk to enchant the later hours...silks in captivating colors to make you feel completely feminine, most admired. From our Suzy Perette collection of dresses with her dramatic falir..in inky black or jewel tone colors. Shown: criss cross halter effect, long torso, full blown skirt of many tiny pleats. $39.95" ($450 in todays money)
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Brand: Suzy Perette
Size on tag: None
Fits like: small
Color: hot pink
Material: silk
Condition: Very Good Vintage: The neckline has been altered (its missing one of the straps) from original ad but well done. Hem has a crease where it was let down, you can hem it back to original and that will disappear! Two darts at the bust that can be taken out for more room if desired. Tiny faint mark on the hem (see last pic). Original Pellon lining on the skirt looks to have been taken out or it may be original. Most of our Suzy's have that lining, but a couple didn't have it so its hard to know!
✂-----Measurements
Bust (underarm seam) : 34" (it was taken in by about 1/2" on each side so you can let it out if desired!)
Waist: 28"
Hips: Open
Total length: 45"