VTG 1940s Black Silk Taffeta Ruffled Bubble and 44 similar items

Elegant 1940s black silk taffeta skirt with three layers of crisp ruffles creating a dramatic bubble silhouette. The uppermost ruffle sits like a peplum, adding shape and structure at the waistline. Features a set-in waistband with side black metal zipper and button closure. Unlined, no label. Condition Excellent vintage condition overall. Some minimal pinholes visible only when held to the light. Structurally strong, clean, and wearable. Provenance Note Silk taffeta was a staple of 1940s evening wear, prized for its crisp structure and rustling movement. Skirts like this were often paired with fitted blouses or jackets, and they evoke the glamorous silhouettes seen in Casablanca and Now, Voyager. Style Aesthetics ??? Old Hollywood Glamour Film Noir Elegance Retro Femme Fatale Vintage Eveningwear Sustainable couture textile Film TV References Casablanca ? 1940s evening silhouettes Now, Voyager ? Bette Davis? sophisticated wardrobe Agent Carter ? 1940s tailored glamour The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel ? vintage evening costume inspiration Styling Tips Pair with a fitted peplum or blouse for a true 1940s silhouette. Style with a bustier or crop top for a modern red-carpet reinterpretation. Works beautifully as costuming for WWII-era period productions. Measurements (laid flat) Waist: 24" Hips: Free Length: 27" Approx. Modern Size XS (? US 0?2). Fit Guide (height/weight) Best for approx. 5?2?5?5, 100?115 lbs for intended waist fit. Could also work for petite frames as an evening or costume piece. Fabric / Materials 100% Silk Taffeta (unlined). Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? 1940s silk, 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.