help dating dress

[Aimee]

recently came across this dress. can't quite put a finger on dating this piece. thinking 40s / 50s?

appears to be handmade, feels like cotton. metal back zipper. interesting shoulder cut outs w. matching cloth covered buttons.

also, can anyone tell what pattern this is? best i can come up with is fireworks?

thank you!

 

[Linn]

Your dress looks 1950s to me. It's great! The pattern does look like fireworks but it might just be a Mid-Century print pattern. I really love it!

 

[Midge]

What a pretty dress - love the print! Agree, definiteyl 1950s.

 

[poppysvintageclothing]

I see 50s as well and what a wonderful print!

 

[Aimee]

thank you so much!