Vintage 50s Patio Dress Rockabilly Arizona Ric Rac Midcentury Summer MrsFrizzle

Vintage 1950s Midcentury Patio Dress Great for a Rockabilly Teacher or Mrs Frizzle Costume **DRESS IS A PROJECT PIECE (Wounded Bird)--READ INFO CAREFULLY. ...'A squaw, fiesta, Kachina, Tohono or patio dress] is an American style of dress developed in Arizona. It became popular during the 1940s and 1950s, inspired by Native American fashion'... The dresses typically had metallic trim and ric-rac. Pointed Collar, Dolman Sleeves (w/trim similar to hem), Darted Bodice** Colorful Cotton Alphabet Print Black Buttons (w/rhinestones) On Collar Tips & Down Bodice--only Top Opens Side Metal Zip FULL Circle Skirt Black Ruffle Skirt Black Hem w/ Yellow & Blue RIC RAC Trim Size approx Medium per measures below ~18 " Pit to Pit, Laid Flat ~28" Waist ~16.25" Shoulder to Waist ~31"Waist to Hem **Overall, this is a Project Piece, which, as is, could be worn for a picture or photo session--using app to improve appearance. Fading is uneven & all over garment, so yes, it noticeable if wearing. Fabric is weakened in the bodice & is splitting. But skirt is intact. Last 3 Pix show examples of issues. I bought this dress to make a skirt by using fabric in the top to make waistband. Black Shoulder pads can be removed--they slightly discolored the fabric above. --- SMT DISCLAIMERS in Pix. SMT wants YOU to be happy w/your item. Ask questions!!!