Help with dating dress with Rappi....early 1950's ?

[laurenm]

Hi all,
The label on this says 'Rappi" nothing else....I haven't found anything about this designer/house anywhere. Wondering about dating and what 'type' of dress you would call this.
It has three layers....the sheer/cottony top layer, a slinky acetate like one and then a bottom almost muslin like inner layer.

Thanks alot,
Lauren

 

[Circa Vintage Clothing]

I had a Rappi a while ago, it was very nicely made - mine was about '56 and I think yours is close-ish to that too, or rather, I'd go mid to late '50s instead of early '50s.

 

[laurenm]

Thanks Nicole, it is really nicely made.
Lauren

 

[pastperfect2]

I've had a couple Rappi dresses - they are usually nicely made and good quality. Our very own Couture Allure had this on her blog awhile back:

http://coutureallure.blogspot.com/2008/10/vintage-designer-puzzle-who-is-rappi.html

Hollis

 

[poppysvintageclothing]

I have had a few too and they are always well made.

 

[laurenm]

Thanks to all for your info and help!
Lauren