1950s Hardy Amies Couture Black Velvet Evening Coat Modern_Wedding The outfit is designed to

The outfit is designed to be stepped into and opens at the front with a series of concealed popper fastenings beneath the collar to the left and continuing the length of the felt insert on the bodice

Measurements (all laid flat):Bust 34"Waist 28"Hips 34/36 (bias cut so some give)Sleeves cuff width 5" (10" round)Across shoulders (outer edge seam to seam) 14"Centre back to waist 16"Skirt length (waist to hem) 40"Dress length (centre back to hem) 56"

The dress is a simple curve-necked shift cut in black sateen

Length: 118cm/ 46

It sits just below the collar bone

1950s Hardy Amies Couture Black Velvet Evening Coat Modern_Wedding The outfit is designed toThis couture velvet evening jacket is an exquisite example of formal evening wear by one of the greatest Royal British couturiers Hardy Amies. This would have been made for a very wealthy patron and perfectly showcases the skill and refinement for which its designer is extolled. Amies was a favourite of the young Princess Elizabeth prior to her Coronation, and was subsequently appointed Royal Dressmaker in 1955. Among Royals, his clientele also