Black Tiered Dress

[foofoogal]

Would love some help with this tiered dress.

1940s? Early 1950s? Crown brand metal zipper.

I do not think I have ever seen a zipper right in the middle of the back of a dress.

Was this possibly popular for a short time? Ok, see about zippers from the resource.

Thanks in advance. No labels except a number 12. I assume vintage size 12 not a modern.
Lightened to show design.

 

[Pinkie]

Very cute dress! I'm not an expert yet but this dress looks 50s to me. The back zipper wasent introduced until the 50s I think, maybe someone else will jump in.

 

[Jen S]

Nice! I would've said late 50s, and definitely size 12 is not the same as today's 12!

 

[poppysvintageclothing]

I am seeing early to mid 50s with this one. Lovely dress! I have had dresses with that sort of zipper from time to time.

 

[Rue_de_la_Paix]

I am also thinking earlier in the 1950s decade.

 

[Circa Vintage Clothing]

Yes, I've seen many centre back zippers too. Most often in late '40s dresses but I agree with early '50s for this one.

 

[Midge]

I have just recently bought a 50s summer dress with a similar zipper placement - center back, but not going through to the neckline.

 

[foofoogal]

Thank you all. After posting I read the tutorials here.
It stated on zipper history some were done in 1940s in back.
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http://vintagefashionguild.org/tips-tricks/quick-tips-for-dating-vintage/

Such great help with Vintage clothing from the VFG.

So glad it is around to save the History of Clothing.

Thanks again.

 

[StitchesandSnags]

Solid colors were a popular choice in the 1950s for dresses like this. I agree with early 1950s.