1940s Black Crepe retailer Scalloped Bodice and Layered Peplum Dress with Carnival Glass Beading

A 1940s black rayon crepe dress with blue carnival glass beading to the double tiered scalloped bodice overlay and the double tiered skirt peplum. This beautiful dress has a narrow banded collar, metal back zipper, padded shoulders, tapered bracelet length sleeves, crocheted belt loops (no loops), darted waist to the front and gathered skirt to the back waist.

From a Tuscaloosa artist's estate

Size retailer label: size 18

No brand label

Excellent vintage condition, sturdy and wearable, no holes or stains

Measurements taken with garment laying, then doubled

Pit to pit: 18” across (36”)

Waist: 14.5” across (29”)

Hips: 22” across (44”)

Length: 48”

Back width: 15.5”

Sleeve length: 18.5”