1940s Black Cocktail Dress with Cap Sleaves For Sale at 1stDibs 1940s Black Cocktail Dress with Chiffon Bust Vintage 1940s Black Cocktail Dress 1940s fashion, Black cocktail 1940's Cocktail Dress Evening dresses vintage, Dress, Dance dresses. I have had a few Martha Weathered pieces and the thing that always stands out is the quality construction, they are always so beautifully made! This dress is no exception. A perfect little black dress! Sleeveless, with a wide boat neck (wearer's shoulders should be no smaller than 15") and fitted bodice. Three layers of silk chiffon ruffles from the shoulders to the bust. Waistband is wide and sewn in six pleats. Hips are full, skirt is straight. Classic styling, nicely tailored. Main textile is unmarked, feels like rayon, fully lined in silk. Size Marked: Unmarked Approximate Size: Small **Please Check Measurements to be Sure! Fabric: Unmarked, Silk Closure: Metal Back Zip Label: Martha Weathered Condition: Excellent Era: Late 1940s Early 1950s Inventory#: DSC0617 0480 Measurements Bust: 36" Bodice: 18" Waist: 27 Hips: 43 Length: 46 All measurements taken with garment flat and doubled when necessary. Follow us on Instagram! @FrockittoMe @Styleandsalvage