60s RICHARD SHOPS ROYAL BLUE VELVET COCKTAIL DRESS - XS-S Nautical Approx early 60s

Approx early 60s

(There is a just under 1" hem on this)

Pointed dagger collar to the neck

Bracelet sleeve with ribbed cuffs

Some tiny thread pulls in the stripes at the back of the skirt

60s RICHARD SHOPS ROYAL BLUE VELVET COCKTAIL DRESS - XS-S Nautical Approx early 60sDeep royal blue 60s party cocktail dress by Richard shops. Thick sumptuous velvet, lined to the bodice and with a slightly stiff interfacing fabric to the skirt to make it hold the shape beautifully. Bodice is fitted and has a wide rounded neck and sleeveless arms. Waist cinches the silhouette in and has thick rolled piping band and two bows on either side. Skirt is a softly full, with gathers to the hip seam. Approx knee length or just below. Back