This is a stunning 1950s dress with enough pizzazz to make it a showstopper! It's solid purple velvet and features a side metal zipper, fitted bodice, it has soft boning in the front and back of the bodice with tulle ruffle trim along the top and asymmetrical down the front with matching diagonal strap. Unlabeled, possibly handmade. It's in very good condition, small hole near front hem, and burn? mark under front waist. It measures Bust 35 inches, Waist 27inches, Hip 42 inches. This is an authentic vintage piece in wearable condition, that has been cleaned and repaired (if necessary). Flaws will be noted, but please ask any questions you may have, as this is a FINAL SALE garment and cannot be returned. All items are measured flat the same way we measure our reproduction items. The maximum measurement is listed. Most vintage fabrics do no have stretch, so please take into consideration when looking at size.