Hello, Tomorrow 1950s Party Dress / MCM /Electric Blue 50s Cocktail Wiggle Dress Peplum Hobble Dress S
What you’ll love about this 1950s electric blue satin wiggle dress is its sculptural mid-century glamour — a vivid, high-wattage MCM silhouette with a pointed bodice, cap sleeves, peplum puff, and that iconic hourglass design that flatters every curve in true Mad Men style.
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition with one tiny faint mark near the back neckline zipper, only visible when angled toward the light. No holes, odors, or structural issues. Fabric is crisp and vibrant.
Fit Snapshot:
Bust 34”, waist 26”, hips 38”, length 41”. Fits modern XS–S with a classic late-50s wiggle silhouette.
Provenance Note:
Unlabeled but professionally made, this dress is identical to the electric blue 1950s dress seen on the series Hello, Tomorrow! — a perfect example of mid-century couture-influenced home and boutique dressmaking with a hobble skirt, peplum lift, and architectural bodice shaping.
Pop Culture & Screen Style References:
Channels Hello, Tomorrow!, Mad Men, and classic Technicolor 1950s cocktail fashion — the kind of dress you’d see on Joan Holloway or in vintage MGM musicals.
Style Aesthetics:
🔥 midcentury glam / 📈 mcm collector / 🌿 romantic retro
Styling Tips:
• Pair with satin pumps and vintage rhinestone earrings for a true cocktail look.
• Add a structured clutch and red lip for instant Mad Men elegance.
• Wear with a cropped bolero or fur stole for evening drama.
• Shapewear enhances the classic hobble-wiggle silhouette.
Measurements:
Bust: 34”
Waist: 26”
Hips: 38”
Shoulder: 14”
Sleeve Length (underarm): 1.5”
Sleeve Length (shoulder): 4.5”
Total Length: 41”
Length (shoulder to waist): 15”
Length (waist to hem): 26”
Approx. Modern Size Conversion:
Best for modern XS–S (approx. US 0–4) due to fitted bust/waist proportions.
Fit Guide:
Ideal for heights 5’2”–5’8”; fits bust 32–35”, waist 25–27”, hips 36–39”. Wiggle dresses are meant to fit close through hips and narrow slightly at the hem.
Fabric / Materials:
Satin acetate blend (typical 1950s construction), tulle under peplum, metal back zipper, unlined.
Sustainability Note:
Choosing true 1950s garments preserves couture-level craftsmanship and reduces modern textile waste while keeping mid-century fashion history alive.
Costuming CTA:
Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty — we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Visit thebestvintageclothing.com for more details. Think Hello, Tomorrow!, Mad Men, or How to Marry a Millionaire mood.
