1950s Blanes Black Taffeta Rose Applique Dress 1950s_Style The full skirt falls with

The full skirt falls with wonderful drape and movement to below the knee or even mid-calf if you are below 5ft 4in

The dress fastens at the back with a metal zip and is styled in the photos without a petticoat

the taffeta retains all of its lustre

This attractive 1960s cocktail dress by high end designer Marcel Fenez lends itself effortlessly as occasion wear

We have styled these into a bow in the pictures but they look great left loose

1950s Blanes Black Taffeta Rose Applique Dress 1950s_Style The full skirt falls withThis 1950s black taffeta ball dress by quality British brand Blanes, is perfect for a black or white tie event. It has ribbon work appliqu around the folded square neckline and bottom hemline, with a fitted, Princess seamed bodice and full skirt. The top section of the dress is carefully boned internally in black muslin cotton to create a flattering, nipped in silhouette very typical of the era. The embroidery and ribbon work is comprised of soft pink