1950s Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta and Ruched Silk Jersey Dress 1980s dior most likely for the export

most likely for the export market in Shanghai in the mid to late 1960s

and neatly stitched pleats atop of each shoulder accentuate the puff shoulder detail

This is a really unusual couture made dress from Traina-Norrell that is almost certainly from the mid to late 1950s

Best suited to US size 2 - 4

There is a left thigh slit for extra impact and ease of movement and the inside features an inner slip

1950s Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta and Ruched Silk Jersey Dress 1980s dior most likely for the exportThis early 1950s Ceil Chapman taffeta and silk dress is a timeless and elegant party dress. It has a fitted ruched bodice, cut from soft black silk jersey, which hugs the body beautifully to create a feminine shape. The ruching is sewn in two vertical lines down the front of the dress and is also shaped around the bust. The skirt flares out from the bodice at around the low hip point and is made up of black taffeta which is pleated to create volume