1950s Lou-Ette Red and Black Cotton Shirtwaister Dress corset-dress Most hat toppers of the

Most hat toppers of the day were designed for formal events and were particularly popular worn to the back of the head

Cut in a classic and flattering A-line shape

The bodice is a crepe wool teal colour and has navy crocheted flowers on the front panelling with a high neck collar

A tidy shift cut

1950s Lou-Ette Red and Black Cotton Shirtwaister Dress corset-dress Most hat toppers of theThis is a superb and incredibly classic late 1950s shirtwaister dress by Lou Ette of California. It is made from a beautiful deep burgundy red cotton with a delicate black woven geometric design. The collar and sleeves have a white waffle cotton contrast fabric detail, and both sleeves have two black buttons at each cuff. The front fastens with a long zip, concealed by a placket and with a singular black button to the collar. The interior of the dress