VTG Sapphire Blue Velvet Halter Wiggle Dress and 44 similar items

Hot retro 1950s halter dress by Miss Jane, cut in a rich sapphire blue rayon velvet. Features double halter straps, gathered bust (unpadded, unwired), wide fitted waistband, and a pencil skirt with back kick pleat. Fully lined in taffeta. Pure mid-century bombshell styling. Condition Excellent vintage condition. Clean, no stains or odors. Note: minor velvet nap pulling on waistband in small areas ( 1?), not noticeable when worn. Seams intact and strong. Provenance Note Miss Jane was a mid-century label known for its party and cocktail dresses, cut to flatter curvy silhouettes. Velvet wiggle dresses like this one epitomize Marilyn Monroe bombshell glamour and remain collector favorites for their timeless appeal. Style Aesthetics ? Marilyn Monroe bombshell ? Pinup / rockabilly revival ? Sustainable vintage velvet Pop Culture Screen Style References Evokes Marilyn Monroe?s sultry halter dresses in Niagara and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. Channels the bombshell style of Mad Men?s Joan Holloway. Fits modern retro glam revivals like Babylon. (References are stylistic; not screen-used.) Styling Tips Wear with strappy heels and a clutch for cocktail parties. Pair with a faux fur stole for Old Hollywood drama. Perfect for pinup photography, stage, or special events. Measurements (laid flat, in inches) Bust: 34" Waist: 23" Hips: 35" Total Length: 42.5" Shoulder to waist: 17" Waist to hem: 25.5" Approx. Modern Size Women?s XS (US 0?2). Fit Guide Best on ~5?3??5?6?, 100?115 lbs for intended bodycon silhouette. Fabric / Materials Rayon velvet shell, taffeta lining, metal side zipper. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? 1950s rayon velvet, 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.