1960s Green Velvet and Satin Rose Print Dress Rare_Vintage What is interesting about the

What is interesting about the roses is that they are graduated in size towards the bottom of the skirt and the sleeves

The mid calf-length skirt has a soft layer of under tulle netting in addition to a sateen lining and is gathered at the waistline to create volume

The ornate beadwork embellishment on the overlay beautifully juxtaposes the simplicity of the cut

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The taffeta camisole style underlay is visible below the chiffon and has a straight cut neckline and spaghetti straps

1960s Green Velvet and Satin Rose Print Dress Rare_Vintage What is interesting about theAn unusual combination of forest greens, yellow and rich russet red feature in this early 1960s rose print cocktail dress. Both the pencil skirt and the trim of the square neckline are made from a cotton blend velvet which is contrasted with a fitted satin bodice. The spaghetti straps are made from the same satin and the dress has a bow on the front which consolidates the neat lines of the design. Fastening to the rear with the original metal zip and