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1960s Teal Beaded High Neck Hostess Shift Dress

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This teal hostess-style shift will make a polished sparkling entrance. Clean lines, a crisp sleeveless cut, and that high neckline that frames the face to perfection. Then the beadwork arrives and suddenly the whole dress is on pointe!

The detailing is genuinely sublime. A sparkling, sculpted collar with silver-toned bursts, aqua beading, sequins, and tiny pearl accents, echoed down the front bib and finished again at the armholes. It is luxe and intentional rather than fussy, which is exactly what you want for weddings, cocktails, and any room where the lighting is doing you favours.

Style it with a sharp ivory blazer and metallic heels for modern event wear, or lean into colour with orchid, chartreuse, or paprika accessories for something bolder. It is also brilliant with a sleek low bun and statement earrings since the neckline does everything it was meant to do for you.

Circa: 1940 – 1970
Origin: Private Collection AU
Label: na

Fabric: Easy Care (Poly/Nylon/Acrylic/Acetate) wash and wear.
Condition: Excellent commensurate with age and love
Care: Dry clean recommended due to beadwork.

Modern Size Indicator*: 8 – 10
Measurements: Available on request prior to purchase to ensure best fit.
Vintage Size Indicator: na

Fit: A-line 
Fixture: Centre back zip with collar hook-and-eye closure.
Features: High beaded collar, beaded front bib panel, pearled and sequinned detailing, beaded armhole trim, sleeveless hostess shift silhouette.

NOTE: For best fit, we recommend comparing measurements with a similar garment you already love. We are always happy to confirm additional details prior to purchase. Sale Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Colours may display differently on various devices.

Our vintage items are rated as follows:
  • Excellent: Near or near to new quality, with no noted flaws and may often be presented in original packaging or, with original tags (deadstock) all commensurate with age and love
  • Very Good: May have some minor issue, as seen or noted
  • Good: Some minor flaws which may be repairable, or may not detract from the garment when worn
  • Rescue: Flaws as described which may or may not detract when worn in most cases possibility of repair

We estimate sizes as current or, 'modern' sizing rather than vintage sizing as eras do vary.

Please take a moment to check if this item will fit! View our Sizing Chart (opens in a new window).

Still not sure? Just email us the details of this piece and your measurements, and we can help you check if it will fit before you purchase.

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