1950s Cardinal Brown Silk Chiffon and Feather Trim Dress Velvet_Hat The classic hourglass silhouette draws

The classic hourglass silhouette draws in neatly at the waist before flaring out over the hips into a playful knee length skirt

In true flapper style there is slightly dropped

This incredible 1960s black lace and velvet cocktail dress is couture from British designer John Cavanagh

The dress is lined in silk crepe and a thick layer of cotton blend fabric

1950s Cardinal Brown Silk Chiffon and Feather Trim Dress Velvet_Hat The classic hourglass silhouette drawsThis late 1950s to early 1960s chestnut brown silk chiffon dress was likely made for one of Detroit's luxury department stores such as J. L. Hudson. 'Cardinal' may have been one of their premium in house brand lines. The dress has a chiffon bodice which is gathered into pleats with many tiny covered buttons down the centre front. The sheer 3 4 length sleeves taper at the wrists with zipper fastenings. The scoop neckline features a flamboyant ostrich