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🎶 RARE 1950s CARNEGIE MODEL STRIPE DRESS | 'A Symphony' Label | UK 16 | 50s Couture! 🏆
 
Prepare to witness a true masterpiece of mid-century fashion! This is an exceptionally rare and beautiful authentic 1950s dress from the highly sought-after designer label, "A Carnegie Model – It’s a Symphony." Crafted with the kind of expert tailoring that is simply breathtaking, this dress features a subtle grey base adorned with finely textured stripes in elegant shades of blue, mauve, and oyster pink. This is not just a dress; it's a piece of couture history and a true collector's dream.
 
🌟 EXQUISITE DETAILS:
• An Extremely Rare Designer Label: From the prestigious "Carnegie of London" brand, their "Symphony" line was the pinnacle of post-war glamour and quality.
• Masterful Tailoring: The dress showcases expert use of bias-cut panels, with the stripes meticulously arranged in vertical and chevron patterns to create a visually stunning and incredibly flattering silhouette.
• Ornate Button Front: The bodice fastens with a row of beautiful, ornate silver-tone buttons, adding a touch of metallic shine.
• Elegant Flared Skirt: The skirt falls in graceful pleats from the waist, offering beautiful movement and a classic 50s shape.
• Luxuriously Lined: Fully lined in a silky, rich mauve fabric, demonstrating its high-end construction and ensuring it feels as beautiful as it looks.
 
📏 THE PERFECT 50s FIT & MEASUREMENTS:
• Bust: Up To 42"
• Waist: 34"
• Hips: FREE
• Length: 48"
• Approximate modern day UK Size 16
 
💫 VERY GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION:
In very good vintage condition. For a high-end dress of its age, it has been preserved beautifully. There is one small, discreet mark on the skirt, but it is truly minor and does not detract from the overall magnificence of this museum-quality piece. The price generously reflects this.
 
🎗️ STYLE TIPS:
• Pair with elegant court shoes, a classic clutch bag, and a pair of wrist-length gloves in cream or mauve to complete the sophisticated look.
• A chic hat or fascinator would make this the perfect outfit for a formal day event.
• Keep jewellery understated – perhaps a classic pearl necklace or simple silver earrings – to let the dress's exquisite details sing.
 
💫 CARE INSTRUCTIONS:
• Due to the age and quality of this garment, we unequivocally recommend specialist dry cleaning only by a cleaner experienced with vintage textiles.
 
💝 WHY THIS DRESS IS A TREASURE:
• It's a genuine collector's piece! "Carnegie" is a highly respected and rare vintage designer label.
• The craftsmanship is sublime. This is a masterclass in 1950s pattern cutting and tailoring.
• It is utterly unique. You will never see another person wearing the same dress.
• A true investment in wearable art that will only appreciate in value.
 
🎯 PERFECT FOR:
• The serious collector of high-end vintage fashion.
• Making an unforgettable entrance at a wedding, formal event, or a day at the races (think Goodwood Revival!).
• Anyone who appreciates the art of couture and the golden age of fashion.
• A star piece for a vintage-themed film or theatre production.
 
⚡️ A PIECE OF FASHION'S GOLDEN AGE:
This is more than just a dress; it is a legacy. A breathtaking example of design and craftsmanship that captures the optimism and elegance of an era. To own it is to own a piece of history. Do not let it pass you by.
 
 
🏃‍♀️ OWN A SYMPHONY OF STYLE! THIS IS A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME VINTAGE FIND!
 
🌍 Worldwide shipping available
 
💬 Questions? Our designer vintage specialists are available to discuss this exceptional piece.
 
 
 
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Rare 1950s Carnegie Model Grey Stripe Vintage Dress UK Size 16

SKU: VIN6814
£180.00Price
Colour: Grey

At My Vintage, we take time to carefully measure each item of vintage clothing so that you have the best chance of ensuring a good fit whenever you buy from us. We measure the clothing laid flat as the diagrams show below and for bust, chest, waist and hips we double the measurement. For example, if the waist measures 17" across when laid flat then this would equate to a 34" waist (17 x 2 = 34)

 

We use the measurements we collate to assign each item of vintage clothing with an approximate modern-day size. For example, a dress with a 34" bust, 28" waist and 34" hips would normally equate to a current UK size 10. The labels on vintage clothing can vary massively depending on country of origin and date of manufacture.  Clothing sizes have changed over the years and from decade to decade we see alternative types of sizing as well as variations on the way measurements equate to dress sizes.

 

We always recommend that you double-check the measurements of the vintage clothing item you are interested in, ideally by measuring an item of clothing you already own and that fits well, and comparing these measurements. There can be variations due to the desired fit, shape and fabric of an item but our size guidelines are normally very accurate and take the stress out of buying vintage online.

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