1950s Suzanne Pardo Couture Blue Floral Dress and Jacket Suit 1960s_dior The design of the sleeves

The design of the sleeves is echoed in the full length skirt with its ruffle hem that is embellished further with the same navy crocheted ribbon

Polka-dots have long been a signature of the Balmain fashion house

Waist - 35 in (88

This dress was purchased circa 1996 by the owner of this vintage boutique

It is in wonderful vintage condition so we assume this was a quality seconds piece

1950s Suzanne Pardo Couture Blue Floral Dress and Jacket Suit 1960s_dior The design of the sleevesThis 1950s French Couture Suzanne Pardo dress set is made with a beautiful iridescent silk in a pretty floral print. The dress has a classic 50s silhouette, with a more fitted bodice and flared skirt. The neckline is cut into a V to both front and back, with bow detail to the former. Below the waistband the skirt falls into a more flared shape, with pleats all the way around. The dress fastens with a zip at the back, and its fit and flare shape would