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Front view of a red Bullocks Wilshire dress with a textured bodice, fitted waist and pleated skirt, worn by a model
Detail of the red tweed bodice, matching waist tie and pleated skirt of a Bullocks Wilshire dress, styled with a white clutch
Close view of the wide neckline, elbow-length sleeves and red tweed texture of a 1950s Bullocks Wilshire dress
Pleated red silk skirt of a 1950s Bullocks Wilshire dress, shown on a model holding a white evening clutch

1950s | Bullocks Wilshire Red Wool Tweed & Silk Chiffon Dress | Modern size: US 0–2 / XS

Textured wool tweed above, softly pleated silk chiffon below: this 1950s Bullocks Wilshire dress makes its statement through the meeting of two fabrics. The red bodice has a wide neckline and elbow-length sleeves, with a matching tie drawing the waist into focus before the lighter skirt falls away. Add simple pumps and a compact clutch, or a cropped evening jacket for another layer. Modern size US 0–2 / XS; marked vintage size 12. Excellent vintage condition, with very little visible wear and minor sun discoloration on one sleeve. The white hat and clutch shown are styling accessories.

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Description

This 1950s wool tweed dress from Bullocks Wilshire combines a textured red bodice with a softly pleated silk chiffon skirt. The wide neckline and fitted waist give it a defined shape, while the lighter skirt adds movement.

Brand: Bullocks Wilshire

Tweed, silk and a fitted waist

  • Red wool tweed bodice with elbow-length sleeves
  • Pleated silk chiffon skirt
  • Wide neckline and a matching waist tie
  • Zip closure

Photographed with a white hat and clutch for styling; this listing is for the dress.

Fit and sizing

Marked vintage size: 12. Modern size: US 0–2 / XS. The model wears a modern US 0–2, and the dress was photographed without clipping at the back.

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Condition

Excellent vintage condition with very little visible wear and minor discoloration from sun exposure on one sleeve. Dry clean only.

Styling

A compact clutch and simple pumps let the contrast between tweed and chiffon take the lead. The fitted waist also works well with a cropped evening jacket.

Explore more 1950s vintage clothing or pair it with our selection of evening clutches.

Due to the nature of vintage merchandise, this piece is final sale except where required by law. Our returns policy explains exceptions for faulty, incorrect or misdescribed goods and applicable statutory rights.

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Additional information

Weight 16 oz
Dimensions 6 × 6 × 2 in
Women’s Size

XS (0–2)
Era

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