1950s Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta and Ruched Silk Jersey Dress vintage-escada The ruched bolero fabric continues

The ruched bolero fabric continues around the back of the dress to accentuate the waistline

Hip - 31 in

This romantic of skirts has a gathered

with a full-circle chiffon overlay

2 cm)Belt Length - 37 in

1950s Ceil Chapman Black Taffeta and Ruched Silk Jersey Dress vintage-escada The ruched bolero fabric continuesThis 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