1950s Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta and Ruched Silk Jersey Dress 1980s dior The style reminds me of

The style reminds me of a Ballet Russe costume as there is a strong eastern and folk influence in the design

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

There is a long kick pleat in the back of the dress and this is absolutely perfect for hot summer months and warmer climes

MEASUREMENTSBust - 38 in

1950s Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta and Ruched Silk Jersey Dress 1980s dior The style reminds me ofThis 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