Stunning Original 1940s Vintage Red Peplum Cocktail Dress with Pearl Mock Necklace Dress Shields:With Dress Shields Gorgeous pleating adds a lovely

Gorgeous pleating adds a lovely detail to the collar when worn open

Fabulous passementerie appliqués decorate the left shoulder and right waist to add a wonderful design detail and darting nips in the waist

The dress is nipped in at the waist to create that iconic fitted shape

The super sharp collar creates a real statement and gently gathered sleeves add shape to the piece

There are a number of darns to the inside leg as well as some faint staining to the crotch/upper leg as pictured

Stunning Original 1940s Vintage Red Peplum Cocktail Dress with Pearl Mock Necklace Dress Shields:With Dress Shields Gorgeous pleating adds a lovelyThis stunning dress was made in the 1940s from lipstick red rayon. It was cut in the iconic hourglass silhouette of the period with strong padded shoulders and a nipped waist. The collarless high neckline has been adorned with interesting panel work and a three string faux pearl necklace accent which threads through openings in the bodice and attaches to the side of the neck with silver metal finials. The waist is tightly fitted and below the waist