Vintage 1960s Cocktail Dress Black w Beaded Neck Size Small

This is a vintage 1960s cocktail dress with a label that reads “ABC Ankara” - Ankara is in Turkey. The dress is made with a black crepe fabric and has a simple, elegant sleeveless shift silhouette that features a heavily embellished neckline and front placket in silver-tone sequins, beads and faux pearls — a detail reminiscent of 1960s evening wear by European and Middle Eastern designers. It closes at the back with a metal zipper and is unlined, allowing the buyer to finish the hem to their desired length.

Measurements (laid flat and doubled):

Bust: 35”

Waist: 34”

Hips: 38”

Length: 38” (unfinished hem – buyer may shorten and finish to preference)

Material: Unmarked, feels like a mid-weight wool or wool blended crepe with slight texture.
Closure: Back nylon zipper.
Label: ABC – Ankara.  This was most likely a small retail shop or possibly a dressmaker
Condition: In very good condition with no stains or tears. The bottom hem is unfinished and will be left for the buyer to hem to their preferred length. Beadwork is intact and secure.

This is a classic vintage 1960s cocktail dress - with a finished hem, this will be an easy to wear party dress!