Vtg 50s Rayon Cheongsam Qipao Wiggle Dress and 50 similar items

Vtg 1950s rayon cheongsam wiggle dress in metallic gold-copper and black brocade on the front panel, with silver and white damask at the yoke and back. Fully lined in white acetate, sleeveless with extended shoulder coverage. Secures with black satin frog closures along the right side, with a 2" facing for modesty. Classic mid-century Asian-style cocktail dress, designed to flatter an hourglass silhouette. Condition Good vintage condition ? faint light stain on the silver yoke. Retains fold lines from long storage, which can be steamed or pressed out. Provenance Note Unlabeled, but obtained as a Korean War bring-back in the 1950s. These rayon brocade cheongsam dresses were often purchased in Asia by U.S. servicemen and brought home as gifts. The use of metallic brocade, frog closures, and acetate lining place this securely in the mid-1950s Asian-influenced fashion wave, which blended Eastern silhouettes with Western wiggle-dress tailoring. Style Aesthetics ? Asian-Inspired 1950s Cocktail ? Collector?s Cheongsam / Qipao ? Mid-Century Rayon Brocade Styling Tips Pair with metallic heels and a clutch for a cocktail-ready look. Style with a bolero or shawl for formal evening wear. Perfect for vintage fashion collectors, stylists, or film costuming. Measurements (laid flat, inches) Bust: 34" Waist: 28" Hips: 37" Shoulders: 17" Sleeve Opening: 16" Length (back neck to hem): 51" Length (shoulder to waist): 14" Length (waist to hem): 34" Approx. Modern Size Best fits US Women?s S (2?4) UK: 6?8 EU: 34?36 Fit Guide Slim cut, structured waist-to-hip. Works best for wearers approx. 5?2?5?6, 110?125 lbs. Fabric / Materials Rayon brocade damask, fully lined in acetate. Satin frog closures. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? rayon damask dress, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA 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. 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!