Wicked 1950's Black Cocktail Dress With Dramatic Bodice / SA B O U T A study in New Look drama and romantic contrast, this circa 19551960 cocktail dress pairs an inky black silk taffeta full skirt with an illusion bodice of exceptional guipure lace. The lace worked in a bold floral and lattice pattern with scalloped edges forms cap sleeves that extend from a sweetheart shaped dcolletage, the neckline traced in a fine line of gold rhinestone trim that catches the light against the champagne satin under bodice.