Black and Purple Velvet and Taffeta Dress by Teena Paige - 1950s - M black leather shoes This shirt belonged to a

This shirt belonged to a formal wear hire company and their barcode is firmly stuck on the front shirt tail

Dress has a slightly raised waist and chiffon skirt over a matching yellow lining

Heel 7 cm (2

There are no fabric tags but it appears to be a very fine cotton like a voile

There is a small hole in the back near the buttons and 3-4 small holes in the back of the skirt which are lost in the fullness

Black and Purple Velvet and Taffeta Dress by Teena Paige - 1950s - M black leather shoes This shirt belonged to aDress with a black and purple velvet bodice and a fairly full, black and purple plaid taffeta skirt. Mid calf length dress has a slightly raised waist, front braid and button trim and skirt pleated into the waist. It's full enough to wear a petticoat beneath if you choose, see photo 6. Closes at the side with a metal zipper. Brand is Teena Paige. Late 1950s. Measurements Medium Bust 91 cm (36") Waist 81 cm (32 inches) measured 18 cm (7") from the