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Fabric: The crisp, rustling material appears to be silk or rayon taffeta, a fabric that experienced a massive surge in popularity following Christian Dior’s 1947 \"New Look\".
The Silhouette: The shirtwaist button-down bodice combined with a defined, slightly gathered, or pleated waistline is a quintessential hallmark of late 1940s and 1950s daywear and semi-formal dresses.
The Trim: The dramatic, oversized Battenberg or Valenciennes-style lace collar and matching wide cuffs were frequently used during this period to soften structured black cocktail and day dresses.1940\'s Jordan Marsh Company Black Dress with White Lace
28\" Waist
30\" at shoulders
29\" skirt
