1956 Ad Frances Formals Alencon Lace Wedding Dress Bride Bridal Gown YBSM2

$43.95 USD

This is an original 1956 black and white print ad for the silk-faced peau de soie wedding dress with Alencon lace framing the Queen Anne neckline and drifting across the chapel train by Oneida Fabrics that was sold by Frances Formals of 525 Seventh Avenue, New York, NY and by Stix, Baer, & Fuller of St. Louis, Missouri (MO).

CONDITION

This 57+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +. Moderate aging in margins. Light wrinkling. There is light bleedthrough on this piece from the verso. Small tear - bottom left corner.

Product Type: Original Print Ad; Black / White
Grade: Very Fine +
Dimensions: Approximately 9.25 x 12.5 inches; 23 x 32 cm
Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Calling all brides-to-be! Say "YES" to the dress with this collection of vintage wedding and bridal gown ads from 1956, plus advertisements for the popular honeymoon destinations of the 1950's, that Period Paper is proud to present. To continue browsing "down the aisle", simply click on the link provided beneath the condition paragraph. Enjoy!

Keywords specific to this image: Vintage Advertising, Marriage, Clothing, Fashion, Costume, Romance

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