{"product_id":"vintage-1950s-black-ruched-strapless-evening-gown-cropped-cape-jacket-two-piece-set-xs","title":"Vintage 1950s Black Ruched Strapless Evening Gown \u0026 Cropped Cape Jacket Two-Piece Set | XS","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeel free to message our team for more pictures!\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA truly beautiful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evintage 1950s two-piece formal set\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e featuring a dramatic black strapless evening gown accompanied by its coordinating \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecropped cape-style jacket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This is a wonderful example of mid-century eveningwear with an elegant silhouette that feels timeless more than 70 years later.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gown features a fitted \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estrapless bodice with extensive gathered and ruched detailing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creating a flattering sculpted effect through the torso. The bodice transitions into a beautifully full, sweeping skirt with plenty of movement and classic 1950s drama. A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evintage metal zipper at the back\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e completes the dress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe coordinating cropped jacket\/cape has short, softly flared sleeves and an open front, allowing it to sit beautifully over the strapless neckline. It also provides additional coverage over the upper bodice and underarm area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo brand or size label was located during our inspection. Based on visual assessment, the gown appears approximately comparable to an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtra Small\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but this is an estimate only and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eshould not be used to determine fit. Please use the garment measurements below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egenuinely old vintage garment and is not in new or like-new condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It presents beautifully overall, but it does show age and previous wear, which are specifically disclosed below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Estimated 1950s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unbranded \/ no brand label found\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSet Includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Strapless gown + coordinating cropped cape-style jacket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Formal \/ evening \/ strapless \/ ruched \/ full skirt \/ mid-century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vintage metal back zipper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No original size label found\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstimated Fit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately XS based on visual assessment only — not guaranteed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pre-owned vintage condition with visible signs of age and previous wear. Please read the complete condition disclosure before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP2P 16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist 24\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHips 32\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong 38\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT CONDITION DISCLOSURE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis garment dates to approximately the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1950s and shows signs of its age and previous wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eunderarm area of the dress has some discoloration\/staining with a reddish tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from previous wear. This is not especially prominent when the garment is viewed as a whole and becomes considerably less visible when the coordinating cropped jacket is worn, but \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe discoloration is present and is being specifically disclosed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe coordinating jacket also shows \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evisible signs of age and previous wear, particularly on the interior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Additional age-related surface wear and variations may be present throughout both pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring our inspection, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewe did not observe notable holes or significant loose threads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, but this should not be interpreted to mean the garment is flawless. It is approximately seven decades old and should be purchased with appropriate expectations for authentic vintage clothing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClose-up photographs of the underarm discoloration and other visible areas of wear should be reviewed carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are looking for a garment in new, nearly new, or pristine condition, this piece may not be suitable for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its age-related wear is part of its current condition and is reflected in this listing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAPPROXIMATE MEASUREMENTS \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eP2P 16\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist 24\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHips 32\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong 38\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll measurements are taken by hand and are approximate. Please compare these measurements with a similarly constructed non-stretch garment that fits you well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIMPORTANT SIZING INFORMATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eno original size label present\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e that we could locate. The estimated XS fit is provided only as a general visual reference and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis not a guaranteed modern size equivalent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage sizing and construction can differ significantly from contemporary clothing. This is particularly important with structured, fitted, and strapless garments, where even a relatively small difference in the bust or waist measurement can substantially affect fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease purchase according to the actual garment measurements rather than the estimated letter size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Buyers are responsible for reviewing and comparing the provided measurements with their own measurements and\/or a similar garment that fits them well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFit cannot be guaranteed based on a buyer’s usual modern size, height, weight, or another brand’s sizing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVINTAGE GARMENT NOTE — PLEASE READ BEFORE PURCHASING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePre-owned vintage condition. Each garment is carefully inspected prior to listing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and we make every reasonable effort to identify and disclose notable flaws, damage, staining, discoloration, alterations, missing components, or other condition concerns observed during inspection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular garment has \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003especifically disclosed underarm discoloration\/staining and additional age-related wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, including wear to the coordinating jacket. Please review the condition disclosure above and all available photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage clothing is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003enot new\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Even when a garment remains beautiful and wearable overall, decades-old clothing can exhibit characteristics associated with age, previous wear, handling, cleaning, alterations, and long-term storage. These may include fading, discoloration, faint staining, small pulls or snags, loose threads, minor seam wear, fabric thinning, surface wear, lining wear, creasing, minor repairs, oxidation or wear to metal hardware, subtle odors from storage, or other characteristics consistent with an older garment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlder fabrics, seams, linings, thread, elastic, closures, and embellishments may also be more delicate than their modern equivalents. Vintage garments should therefore be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehandled, worn, cleaned, and stored with appropriate care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe carefully inspect each garment prior to listing; however, we cannot guarantee that every microscopic, extremely subtle, hidden, or difficult-to-see imperfection will be detected. Any notable condition issue observed during our inspection is disclosed to the best of our ability through the written description and\/or photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhotographs are an important part of the condition description. Please carefully review ALL listing photographs and close-ups before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e We encourage buyers to zoom in and examine the underarms, bodice, skirt, seams, hem, interior, lining, jacket, metal zipper, closures, and other areas shown.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCOLOR, MATERIAL \u0026amp; PHOTOGRAPHY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe garment is described as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e based on its appearance. Unless an original fiber-content label is present and specifically quoted in the listing, the exact fabric composition has not been independently verified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack vintage fabrics can photograph differently depending on lighting, reflections, fabric texture, and individual screen settings. We make every reasonable effort to represent the garment accurately, but minor differences between photographs and the garment in person may occur.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTWO-PIECE SET\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis listing includes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eboth the strapless gown and coordinating cropped jacket\/cape shown and described.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The condition of each piece should be considered when evaluating the set as a whole.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePLEASE ASK QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe strongly encourage customers to ask \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eall questions before placing an order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If you would like additional measurements or photographs—including close-ups of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eunderarm discoloration, interior jacket wear, metal zipper, seams, hem, bodice, lining, labels, or any other specific area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—please contact us through the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elive chat on our website before purchasing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease make sure you are comfortable with this garment’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evintage age, disclosed discoloration, age-related wear, measurements, estimated sizing, construction, and overall condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e before completing your purchase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy purchasing, please make sure you have carefully reviewed the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecomplete listing description, measurements, condition disclosures, all available photographs, and applicable shop policies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease refer to our shop policies for complete purchase and return information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Editionstyles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47995124613281,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/7279\/4785\/files\/FA7883FA-B87F-4871-9E23-BBDE897DC58C.png?v=1791017040","url":"https:\/\/www.editionstyles.com\/products\/vintage-1950s-black-ruched-strapless-evening-gown-cropped-cape-jacket-two-piece-set-xs","provider":"Editionstyles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}