Name: 80s does 50s black prom party dress
Brand: Wallis
SKU: FS9046
Price: 28.0 GBP
Availability: InStock

80s does 50s black prom party dress

£28.00

80s black strapless prom party dress in a 50s style featuring a boned black velvet sweetheart bodice with V waist over a full devore black skirt with sparkle.

Description

80s black strapless prom party dress in a 50s style featuring a boned black velvet sweetheart bodice with V waist over a full devore black skirt with sparkle. Part lined (skirt) with net for added volume. Fastens with side zip. DESIGNER: Wallis COLOUR: black FABRIC: cotton velvet and viscose CARE: dry clean CONDITION: very good SIZE: labelled UK10, beset contemporary fit UK8 MEASUREMENTS: underarm-underarm – 17”, length (underarm to hem) – 38”

Sizing

Customers are asked to bear in mind that vintage garment sizes bear little or no resemblance to contemporary sizes. Furthermore, current high street size labels are inconsistent, with M&S and Wallis being noted for their generous proportions while others come up on the small side.

Please always refer to the measurements provided in the item description rather than the garment label size, and note that any ‘best fit’ suggestion we make will be based on modern day sizing. By way of example, our own suggested standard size 12 dress has an underarm to underarm measurement of approximately 19" with a waist size of 30".

In order to best gauge the suitability of an item, you may find it useful to compare our stated measurements with those of one of your own garments which is a comfortable fit. Our garment measurements are taken with the item laid flat, and all sizes in our descriptions are approximate.

The following charts give approximate comparative UK/US/European sizes for women’s clothing and shoes.

Women’s Dress Sizes

UK size	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
US size	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18
European size	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48

Women’s Shoes

UK size	3½	4	4½	5	5½	6	6½	7	7 ½	8
US size	6	6½	7	7½	8	8½	9	9½	10	10½
European size	36	37	37.5	38	38.5	39	40	41	42	43

80s Jaeger black and gold cocktail dress

80s Jaeger black and gold cocktail dress

£40.00

Stunning 80s black velvet cocktail dress by Jaeger with gold embroidered front motif and trim.

Description

Stunning 80s black velvet cocktail dress by Jaeger with gold embroidered front motif and trim, featuring a round neckline and padded shoulders, long sleeves with four gold decor buttons to each cuff (+ spare attached to the care label) and a back seam splt. Fully lined with a back zip fastening. DESIGNER: Jaeger COLOUR: black with gold FABRIC: cotton velvet CARE: dry clean CONDITION: very good SIZE: labelled UK6, also fits UK8 MEASUREMENTS: underarm – underarm – 17 “, length (nape to hem) – 38”

Sizing

Customers are asked to bear in mind that vintage garment sizes bear little or no resemblance to contemporary sizes. Furthermore, current high street size labels are inconsistent, with M&S and Wallis being noted for their generous proportions while others come up on the small side.

Please always refer to the measurements provided in the item description rather than the garment label size, and note that any ‘best fit’ suggestion we make will be based on modern day sizing. By way of example, our own suggested standard size 12 dress has an underarm to underarm measurement of approximately 19" with a waist size of 30".

In order to best gauge the suitability of an item, you may find it useful to compare our stated measurements with those of one of your own garments which is a comfortable fit. Our garment measurements are taken with the item laid flat, and all sizes in our descriptions are approximate.

The following charts give approximate comparative UK/US/European sizes for women’s clothing and shoes.

Women’s Dress Sizes

UK size	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
US size	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18
European size	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48

Women’s Shoes

UK size	3½	4	4½	5	5½	6	6½	7	7 ½	8
US size	6	6½	7	7½	8	8½	9	9½	10	10½
European size	36	37	37.5	38	38.5	39	40	41	42	43

80s Karida black lace cocktail dress

£30.00

Stunning 80s vintage black lace cocktail dress by Karida with deep V back and puffball skirt.

Description

Stunning 80s vintage black cocktail dress by Karida with half length sleeves and deep V back. The main body of the dress is in black lace with a deep drop waist styling and puffball skirt in shiny black acetate. Fully lined (apart from sheer sweetheart neckline and sleeves) with a back zip fastening.

DESIGNER: Karida London
COLOUR: black
FABRIC: viscose nylon lace and acetate
CARE: dry clean
CONDITION: very good
SIZE: labelled UK10, best contemporary fit UK8
MEASUREMENTS: underarm-underarm – 17”, length (nape to hem) – 46”

Sizing

Customers are asked to bear in mind that vintage garment sizes bear little or no resemblance to contemporary sizes. Furthermore, current high street size labels are inconsistent, with M&S and Wallis being noted for their generous proportions while others come up on the small side.

Please always refer to the measurements provided in the item description rather than the garment label size, and note that any ‘best fit’ suggestion we make will be based on modern day sizing. By way of example, our own suggested standard size 12 dress has an underarm to underarm measurement of approximately 19" with a waist size of 30".

In order to best gauge the suitability of an item, you may find it useful to compare our stated measurements with those of one of your own garments which is a comfortable fit. Our garment measurements are taken with the item laid flat, and all sizes in our descriptions are approximate.

The following charts give approximate comparative UK/US/European sizes for women’s clothing and shoes.

Women’s Dress Sizes

UK size	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
US size	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18
European size	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48

Women’s Shoes

UK size	3½	4	4½	5	5½	6	6½	7	7 ½	8
US size	6	6½	7	7½	8	8½	9	9½	10	10½
European size	36	37	37.5	38	38.5	39	40	41	42	43

80s Richards vintage black lace occasion dress

80s Richards vintage black lace occasion dress

£26.00

80s vintage Richards black lace occasion cocktail dress with scoop neckline and deep scoop back, sheer lace long tapered sleeves with puffed shoulders, princess seamed bodice and drop waist, over a full, pleated ballerina-length skirt. Fully lined with a back zip fastening.

Description

80s vintage Richards black lace occasion cocktail dress with scoop neckline and deep scoop back, sheer lace long tapered sleeves with puffed shoulders, princess seamed bodice and drop waist, over a full, pleated ballerina-length skirt. Fully lined with a back zip fastening.

DESIGNER: Richards
COLOUR: black
FABRIC: polyester lace
CARE: hand wash
CONDITION: very good
SIZE: labelled UK14, better contemporary fit UK12
MEASUREMENTS: underarm – underarm – 18.5“, length (shoulder to hem) –50”

Sizing

Customers are asked to bear in mind that vintage garment sizes bear little or no resemblance to contemporary sizes. Furthermore, current high street size labels are inconsistent, with M&S and Wallis being noted for their generous proportions while others come up on the small side.

Please always refer to the measurements provided in the item description rather than the garment label size, and note that any ‘best fit’ suggestion we make will be based on modern day sizing. By way of example, our own suggested standard size 12 dress has an underarm to underarm measurement of approximately 19" with a waist size of 30".

In order to best gauge the suitability of an item, you may find it useful to compare our stated measurements with those of one of your own garments which is a comfortable fit. Our garment measurements are taken with the item laid flat, and all sizes in our descriptions are approximate.

The following charts give approximate comparative UK/US/European sizes for women’s clothing and shoes.

Women’s Dress Sizes

UK size	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
US size	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18
European size	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48

Women’s Shoes

UK size	3½	4	4½	5	5½	6	6½	7	7 ½	8
US size	6	6½	7	7½	8	8½	9	9½	10	10½
European size	36	37	37.5	38	38.5	39	40	41	42	43

80s Sixth Sense black bolero jacket with sparkle

80s Sixth Sense black bolero jacket with sparkle

£18.00

80s Sixth Sense (C&A) black bolero jacket in velvety viscose with subtle paisley pattern and silver metallic thread running through the fabric. Collarless with softly padded shoulders and single button/loop fastening at the neck.

Description

80s Sixth Sense (C&A) black bolero jacket in velvety viscose with subtle paisley pattern and silver metallic thread running through the fabric. Collarless with softly padded shoulders and single button/loop fastening at the neck.

DESIGNER: Sixth Sense
COLOUR: black with silver
FABRIC: 80% viscose, 20% metallic
CARE: dry clean
CONDITION: very good
SIZE: labelled UK16, best contemporary fit UK14
MEASUREMENTS: underarm-underarm – 21”, length (nape to hem) – 19”

Sizing

Customers are asked to bear in mind that vintage garment sizes bear little or no resemblance to contemporary sizes. Furthermore, current high street size labels are inconsistent, with M&S and Wallis being noted for their generous proportions while others come up on the small side.

Please always refer to the measurements provided in the item description rather than the garment label size, and note that any ‘best fit’ suggestion we make will be based on modern day sizing. By way of example, our own suggested standard size 12 dress has an underarm to underarm measurement of approximately 19" with a waist size of 30".

In order to best gauge the suitability of an item, you may find it useful to compare our stated measurements with those of one of your own garments which is a comfortable fit. Our garment measurements are taken with the item laid flat, and all sizes in our descriptions are approximate.

The following charts give approximate comparative UK/US/European sizes for women’s clothing and shoes.

Women’s Dress Sizes

UK size	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
US size	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18
European size	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48

Women’s Shoes

UK size	3½	4	4½	5	5½	6	6½	7	7 ½	8
US size	6	6½	7	7½	8	8½	9	9½	10	10½
European size	36	37	37.5	38	38.5	39	40	41	42	43

80s vintage black croc leather jacket

£38.00

Classic 80s vintage oversized black croc print leather jacket with tux style lapels and metallic press stud front fastening, two deep front pockets, waistband and cuffs with press studs., and inverted pleat to the back Fully lined.

Description

Classic 80s vintage oversized black croc print leather jacket with tux style lapels and metallic press stud front fastening, two deep front pockets, waistband and cuffs with press studs, and inverted pleat to the back. Fully lined.

DESIGNER: not known
COLOUR: black
FABRIC: leather
CARE: specialist clean
CONDITION: very good
SIZE: labelled UK10
MEASUREMENTS: underarm-underarm – 22”, length (nape to hem) – 25”

Sizing

Customers are asked to bear in mind that vintage garment sizes bear little or no resemblance to contemporary sizes. Furthermore, current high street size labels are inconsistent, with M&S and Wallis being noted for their generous proportions while others come up on the small side.

Please always refer to the measurements provided in the item description rather than the garment label size, and note that any ‘best fit’ suggestion we make will be based on modern day sizing. By way of example, our own suggested standard size 12 dress has an underarm to underarm measurement of approximately 19" with a waist size of 30".

In order to best gauge the suitability of an item, you may find it useful to compare our stated measurements with those of one of your own garments which is a comfortable fit. Our garment measurements are taken with the item laid flat, and all sizes in our descriptions are approximate.

The following charts give approximate comparative UK/US/European sizes for women’s clothing and shoes.

Women’s Dress Sizes

UK size	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
US size	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18
European size	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48

Women’s Shoes

UK size	3½	4	4½	5	5½	6	6½	7	7 ½	8
US size	6	6½	7	7½	8	8½	9	9½	10	10½
European size	36	37	37.5	38	38.5	39	40	41	42	43

80s vintage Jean Muir black cocktail dress

80s vintage Jean Muir black cocktail dress

£42.00

80s vintage classic Jean Muir little black cocktail dress in fluid viscose, mid length with cutaway shoulders, single button and loop fastening at the nape and side seam splits. Unlined.

Description

80s vintage classic Jean Muir little black cocktail dress in fluid viscose, mid length with cutaway shoulders, single button and loop fastening at the nape and side seam splits. Unlined. DESIGNER: Jean Muir COLOUR: black FABRIC: viscose CARE: dry clean CONDITION: very good SIZE: labelled UK10 MEASUREMENTS: underarm – underarm – 18”, length (nape to hem) – 41”

Sizing

Customers are asked to bear in mind that vintage garment sizes bear little or no resemblance to contemporary sizes. Furthermore, current high street size labels are inconsistent, with M&S and Wallis being noted for their generous proportions while others come up on the small side.

Please always refer to the measurements provided in the item description rather than the garment label size, and note that any ‘best fit’ suggestion we make will be based on modern day sizing. By way of example, our own suggested standard size 12 dress has an underarm to underarm measurement of approximately 19" with a waist size of 30".

In order to best gauge the suitability of an item, you may find it useful to compare our stated measurements with those of one of your own garments which is a comfortable fit. Our garment measurements are taken with the item laid flat, and all sizes in our descriptions are approximate.

The following charts give approximate comparative UK/US/European sizes for women’s clothing and shoes.

Women’s Dress Sizes

UK size	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
US size	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18
European size	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48

Women’s Shoes

UK size	3½	4	4½	5	5½	6	6½	7	7 ½	8
US size	6	6½	7	7½	8	8½	9	9½	10	10½
European size	36	37	37.5	38	38.5	39	40	41	42	43

80s vintage Roman Originals black sequinned evening top

80s vintage Roman Originals black sequinned evening top

£22.00

80s black patchwork-effect sequinned and beaded evening top with short sleeves and padded shoulders, scoop neckline and a long back zip fastening. A stunning party piece!

Description

80s black patchwork-effect sequinned and beaded evening top with short sleeves and padded shoulders, scoop neckline and a long back zip fastening. A stunning party piece!

DESIGNER: Roman Originals
COLOUR: black
FABRIC: polyester shell
CARE: dry clean
CONDITION: very good
SIZE: labelled UK12, best contemporary fit UK10/12
MEASUREMENTS: underarm-underarm – 18”, length (shoulder to hem)– 21”

Sizing

Customers are asked to bear in mind that vintage garment sizes bear little or no resemblance to contemporary sizes. Furthermore, current high street size labels are inconsistent, with M&S and Wallis being noted for their generous proportions while others come up on the small side.

Please always refer to the measurements provided in the item description rather than the garment label size, and note that any ‘best fit’ suggestion we make will be based on modern day sizing. By way of example, our own suggested standard size 12 dress has an underarm to underarm measurement of approximately 19" with a waist size of 30".

In order to best gauge the suitability of an item, you may find it useful to compare our stated measurements with those of one of your own garments which is a comfortable fit. Our garment measurements are taken with the item laid flat, and all sizes in our descriptions are approximate.

The following charts give approximate comparative UK/US/European sizes for women’s clothing and shoes.

Women’s Dress Sizes

UK size	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
US size	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18
European size	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48

Women’s Shoes

UK size	3½	4	4½	5	5½	6	6½	7	7 ½	8
US size	6	6½	7	7½	8	8½	9	9½	10	10½
European size	36	37	37.5	38	38.5	39	40	41	42	43

80s vintage Samsonite black hard shell briefcase

80s vintage Samsonite black hard shell briefcase

£32.00

80s vintage iconic Samsonite black hard shell attaché case / briefcase with articulated top handle. Black and grey interior with various pockets and compartments. Measures approx. 19” x 14” x 5”, in good vintage condition outwardly apart from a few minor scuffs, but there is an ink stain to the interior and the key is missing.

Description

80s vintage iconic Samsonite black hard shell attaché case / briefcase with articulated top handle. Black and grey interior with various pockets and compartments. Measures approx. 19” x 14” x 5”, in good vintage condition outwardly apart from a few minor scuffs, but there is an ink stain to the interior and the key is missing.

Sizing

Customers are asked to bear in mind that vintage garment sizes bear little or no resemblance to contemporary sizes. Furthermore, current high street size labels are inconsistent, with M&S and Wallis being noted for their generous proportions while others come up on the small side.

Please always refer to the measurements provided in the item description rather than the garment label size, and note that any ‘best fit’ suggestion we make will be based on modern day sizing. By way of example, our own suggested standard size 12 dress has an underarm to underarm measurement of approximately 19" with a waist size of 30".

In order to best gauge the suitability of an item, you may find it useful to compare our stated measurements with those of one of your own garments which is a comfortable fit. Our garment measurements are taken with the item laid flat, and all sizes in our descriptions are approximate.

The following charts give approximate comparative UK/US/European sizes for women’s clothing and shoes.

Women’s Dress Sizes

UK size	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
US size	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18
European size	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48

Women’s Shoes

UK size	3½	4	4½	5	5½	6	6½	7	7 ½	8
US size	6	6½	7	7½	8	8½	9	9½	10	10½
European size	36	37	37.5	38	38.5	39	40	41	42	43

90s Monsoon black silk devore evening gown

90s Monsoon black silk devore evening gown

£40.00

90s vintage Monsoon black bias-cut full-length devore silk viscose evening gown with subtle grey floral relief pattern, featuring a sweetheart neckline and crossover twist back silk straps. Fully lined with a side zip fastening.

Description

90s vintage Monsoon black bias-cut full-length devore silk viscose evening gown with subtle grey floral relief pattern, featuring a sweetheart neckline and crossover twist back silk straps. Fully lined with a side zip fastening.

DESIGNER: Monsoon
COLOUR: black
FABRIC: 55% silk, 45% viscose
CARE: dry clean
CONDITION: very good vintage
SIZE: labelled UK10, best contemporary fit UK8
MEASUREMENTS: underarm – underarm – 17“, length (shoulder to hem) –56”

Sizing

Customers are asked to bear in mind that vintage garment sizes bear little or no resemblance to contemporary sizes. Furthermore, current high street size labels are inconsistent, with M&S and Wallis being noted for their generous proportions while others come up on the small side.

Please always refer to the measurements provided in the item description rather than the garment label size, and note that any ‘best fit’ suggestion we make will be based on modern day sizing. By way of example, our own suggested standard size 12 dress has an underarm to underarm measurement of approximately 19" with a waist size of 30".

In order to best gauge the suitability of an item, you may find it useful to compare our stated measurements with those of one of your own garments which is a comfortable fit. Our garment measurements are taken with the item laid flat, and all sizes in our descriptions are approximate.

The following charts give approximate comparative UK/US/European sizes for women’s clothing and shoes.

Women’s Dress Sizes

UK size	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
US size	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18
European size	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48

Women’s Shoes

UK size	3½	4	4½	5	5½	6	6½	7	7 ½	8
US size	6	6½	7	7½	8	8½	9	9½	10	10½
European size	36	37	37.5	38	38.5	39	40	41	42	43

90s Wallis Exclusives vintage black sparkly blazer jacket

90s Wallis Exclusives vintage black sparkly blazer jacket

£27.00

90s vintage Wallis Exclusives oversized black velvety evening blazer jacket with all-over silver sparkle, longer length with a shawl collar, soft padded shoulders, tapered long sleeves, two slit front pockets and single button fastening. Fully lined.

Description

90s vintage Wallis Exclusives oversized black velvety evening blazer jacket with all-over silver sparkle, longer length with a shawl collar, soft padded shoulders, tapered long sleeves, two slit front pockets and single button fastening. Fully lined.

DESIGNER: Wallis Exclusives
COLOUR: black and silver
FABRIC: 67% acetate, 30% nylon, 3% metallic
CARE: dry clean
CONDITION: very good
SIZE: labelled UK10
MEASUREMENTS: underarm – underarm – 23“, length (nape to hem) –31”

Sizing

Customers are asked to bear in mind that vintage garment sizes bear little or no resemblance to contemporary sizes. Furthermore, current high street size labels are inconsistent, with M&S and Wallis being noted for their generous proportions while others come up on the small side.

Please always refer to the measurements provided in the item description rather than the garment label size, and note that any ‘best fit’ suggestion we make will be based on modern day sizing. By way of example, our own suggested standard size 12 dress has an underarm to underarm measurement of approximately 19" with a waist size of 30".

In order to best gauge the suitability of an item, you may find it useful to compare our stated measurements with those of one of your own garments which is a comfortable fit. Our garment measurements are taken with the item laid flat, and all sizes in our descriptions are approximate.

The following charts give approximate comparative UK/US/European sizes for women’s clothing and shoes.

Women’s Dress Sizes

UK size	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
US size	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18
European size	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48

Women’s Shoes

UK size	3½	4	4½	5	5½	6	6½	7	7 ½	8
US size	6	6½	7	7½	8	8½	9	9½	10	10½
European size	36	37	37.5	38	38.5	39	40	41	42	43

Adrianna Papell black lace cocktail dress

Adrianna Papell black lace cocktail dress

£42.00

Adrianna Papell elegant black lace cocktail dress with round scalloped neckline, V back, three-quarter length sheer sleeves and scalloped hemline.

Description

Adrianna Papell elegant black lace cocktail dress with round scalloped neckline, V back, three-quarter length sheer sleeves and scalloped hemline. Black lace top layer is embellished with sparkly black beads that reflect the light with a light turquoise lining visible underneath. Back zip fastening. DESIGNER: Adrianna Papell COLOUR: black FABRIC: nylon lace CARE: dry clean CONDITION: very good SIZE: labelled UK12, better fit UK10 MEASUREMENTS: underarm-underarm – 18”, length (shoulder to hem) – 36”

Sizing

Customers are asked to bear in mind that vintage garment sizes bear little or no resemblance to contemporary sizes. Furthermore, current high street size labels are inconsistent, with M&S and Wallis being noted for their generous proportions while others come up on the small side.

Please always refer to the measurements provided in the item description rather than the garment label size, and note that any ‘best fit’ suggestion we make will be based on modern day sizing. By way of example, our own suggested standard size 12 dress has an underarm to underarm measurement of approximately 19" with a waist size of 30".

In order to best gauge the suitability of an item, you may find it useful to compare our stated measurements with those of one of your own garments which is a comfortable fit. Our garment measurements are taken with the item laid flat, and all sizes in our descriptions are approximate.

The following charts give approximate comparative UK/US/European sizes for women’s clothing and shoes.

Women’s Dress Sizes

UK size	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
US size	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18
European size	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48

Women’s Shoes

UK size	3½	4	4½	5	5½	6	6½	7	7 ½	8
US size	6	6½	7	7½	8	8½	9	9½	10	10½
European size	36	37	37.5	38	38.5	39	40	41	42	43

All Saints Elliah black bubble hem party dress

All Saints Elliah black bubble hem party dress

£22.00

All Saints ‘Elliah’ little black party dress featuring a sweetheart neckline with softly ruched bodice and attractive open back detail with diagonal straps, cummerbund waist and tulip skirt with soft pleating and bubble hemline.

Description

All Saints ‘Elliah’ little black party dress featuring a sweetheart neckline with softly ruched bodice and attractive open back detail with diagonal straps, cummerbund waist and tulip skirt with soft pleating and bubble hemline. Fully lined with a back zip fastening. DESIGNER: All Saints Spitalfields COLOUR: black FABRIC: 50% polyester, 50% nylon CARE: dry clean CONDITION: very good SIZE: UK12, better fit UK8/10 MEASUREMENTS: underarm-underarm – 17”, length (nape to hem) – 32”

Sizing

Customers are asked to bear in mind that vintage garment sizes bear little or no resemblance to contemporary sizes. Furthermore, current high street size labels are inconsistent, with M&S and Wallis being noted for their generous proportions while others come up on the small side.

Please always refer to the measurements provided in the item description rather than the garment label size, and note that any ‘best fit’ suggestion we make will be based on modern day sizing. By way of example, our own suggested standard size 12 dress has an underarm to underarm measurement of approximately 19" with a waist size of 30".

In order to best gauge the suitability of an item, you may find it useful to compare our stated measurements with those of one of your own garments which is a comfortable fit. Our garment measurements are taken with the item laid flat, and all sizes in our descriptions are approximate.

The following charts give approximate comparative UK/US/European sizes for women’s clothing and shoes.

Women’s Dress Sizes

UK size	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
US size	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18
European size	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48

Women’s Shoes

UK size	3½	4	4½	5	5½	6	6½	7	7 ½	8
US size	6	6½	7	7½	8	8½	9	9½	10	10½
European size	36	37	37.5	38	38.5	39	40	41	42	43

Appraisal little black dress

£24.00

Little black dress by Appraisal which has the appearance of a two piece. Sleeveless with round neckline and attractive embroidered band around the drop waist.

Description

Little black dress by Appraisal which has the appearance of a two piece. Sleeveless with round neckline and attractive embroidered band around the drop waist. Fully lined with a back zip fastening and back seam split. DESIGNER: Appraisal COLOUR: black FABRIC: 55% ramie, 45% rayon CARE: hand wash CONDITION: very good SIZE: labelled UK14 MEASUREMENTS: underarm – underarm – 21“, length (nape to hem) – 38”

Sizing

Customers are asked to bear in mind that vintage garment sizes bear little or no resemblance to contemporary sizes. Furthermore, current high street size labels are inconsistent, with M&S and Wallis being noted for their generous proportions while others come up on the small side.

Please always refer to the measurements provided in the item description rather than the garment label size, and note that any ‘best fit’ suggestion we make will be based on modern day sizing. By way of example, our own suggested standard size 12 dress has an underarm to underarm measurement of approximately 19" with a waist size of 30".

In order to best gauge the suitability of an item, you may find it useful to compare our stated measurements with those of one of your own garments which is a comfortable fit. Our garment measurements are taken with the item laid flat, and all sizes in our descriptions are approximate.

The following charts give approximate comparative UK/US/European sizes for women’s clothing and shoes.

Women’s Dress Sizes

UK size	6	8	10	12	14	16	18	20
US size	4	6	8	10	12	14	16	18
European size	34	36	38	40	42	44	46	48

Women’s Shoes

UK size	3½	4	4½	5	5½	6	6½	7	7 ½	8
US size	6	6½	7	7½	8	8½	9	9½	10	10½
European size	36	37	37.5	38	38.5	39	40	41	42	43