VTG Junior Theme 1950s Dropped Waist Dress and similar items

Vintage 1950s Junior Theme dropped waist dress, size XS (bust 34?, waist 26?), featuring a full skirt, complete lining, and sturdy back metal zipper. A versatile foundation piece with classic mid-century styling, perfect for restoration, dyeing, or display. Condition Good vintage condition ? needs TLC. Structurally strong with significant underarm staining and slight fading at skirt. Ideal for dyeing, display, or creative design use. Measurements Bust: 34" (17" pit to pit) Waist: 26" (13" seam to seam) Hips: Free Length (from shoulder): 44" Waist to hem: 31" Approx. Modern Size + Fit Guide Best fits Women?s XS (approx. US 2?4). Ideal for approx. 5?2?5?5 and 100?115 lbs, depending on build. Provenance Note The Junior Theme label specialized in youthful women?s dresses in the 1950s, often styled with flattering silhouettes and quality fabrics at accessible prices. Dresses like this epitomized the everyday elegance of the postwar American wardrobe. Style Aesthetics ? 1950s day-to-evening look ? dropped waist + full skirt ? Collector?s Junior Theme label ? youth-market fashion ? Sustainably vintage ? repair, dye, or repurpose ? Doll/Display ready ? strong structure, fabric salvage ? Fabric/Design Use ? perfect dye project or costuming Styling Tips Restore with gentle dye for a refreshed, modern look. Style as-is with a slip for practice wear or costume use. Display as part of a mid-century textile collection. Fabric / Materials Cotton or cotton blend (unlabeled); full lining; full back metal zipper; Junior Theme label. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? 1950s Junior Theme 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!