40s Vintage Women's Dress Cocktail Party Black Velvet Wrap Front LBD Large VFG Mad Men he worked at Pat Hartly

he worked at Pat Hartly for 2 years right before starting Grenelle-Estevez in 1955

There is a single inset pocket on the right side of the skirt

I have repaired some open side seams

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40s Vintage Women's Dress Cocktail Party Black Velvet Wrap Front LBD Large VFG Mad Men he worked at Pat HartlyThis vintage 1940s special occasion dress is fabulous, flattering and plus sized, perfect for a winter holiday party! The vee neck bodice has a wrap front that gathers into the waist and into the curving front yoke. Each side of the yoke is accented with five faceted black buttons & loops the buttons sparkle like jet. Shoulders are lightly padded, sleeves are a bit longer than elbow length, the skirt is A line and swingy. SIZE: No size label