1950s Cocktail Dress Black Velvet Faille 1960s top There is a long slit

There is a long slit in the left side of the skirt

this show-stopping piece combines the bohemian and rock influences of the 1970s

The skirt is gathered at the back of the waist

channelling the effortless grace of Audrey Hepburn

1950s Cocktail Dress Black Velvet Faille 1960s top There is a long slitFlirty 1950s party dress in black velvet and rayon faille. A small stripe of velvet piping accents the skirt at the hip. Was most likely shortened in the 1960s to a more modern length. Closes in the left side with a metal zipper. Condition Note: The velvet shows some crushing around the waist, and under the arms. The faille skirt has some needle stitch marks near the waist (could cover with a belt). There is a 1 2 slash hole that has been mended in