1950s VTG Jerry Greenwald Raw Silk Wiggle and 6 similar items

Vintage late 1950s raw silk wiggle dress suit by Jerry Greenwald New York, crafted in luminous blue-green rose jacquard. The fitted pencil dress has a high neckline, slim silhouette, back metal zipper, and original self belt. A coordinating fitted dinner jacket completes the look, making it a standout choice for cocktails, formal evenings, or period drama wardrobes. Provenance Note: Jerry Greenwald was a mid-century New York dressmaker label, carried by upscale department stores. Known for cocktail and dinner ensembles in quality fabrics, the house embodied postwar sophistication and feminine tailoring. This piece represents the refined, urban chic popular in late 1950s American fashion. Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Dress requires only a hem. Jacket lining shows faint underarm marks that do not show through to the exterior. Style Aesthetics: Old Hollywood glam ? Mad Men cocktail chic ? Hourglass wiggle classic ? Mid-century New York elegance ? Archive-worthy silk set ? Styling Tips: Wear the complete set with pearls, kitten heels, and a satin clutch for true 1950s cocktail chic. Style the dress alone with pumps and a slim belt for dinner-to-evening versatility. Pair the jacket with high-waist trousers or denim for a modern retro remix. Add opera gloves and rhinestone jewelry for stage, film, or themed events. Measurements (approx., flat): Bust: 35" Waist: 26" Hips: 34" Length: 42" (shoulder to hem, with hem let out) Approx. Modern Size: Women?s XS / US 2?4 UK 6?8 / EU 34?36 Fit Guide: Best for someone approx. 5?2??5?6? and 105?125 lbs for intended fitted silhouette. Works a touch snug on US 6 or slightly relaxed on US 4. Fabric: Raw silk jacquard with rose motif · Metal back zipper · Satin lining · Original belt Sustainably vintage ? raw silk cocktail suit, not fast fashion. Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. TERMS POLICIES Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, or if you're in a hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via UPS or FedEx! INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!