Vintage 1950s Taffeta Dress Gown Owned by Miss Canada 1954 gaytime glasses purple and black on a

purple and black on a white background

This plate features a fruit based design in striking colours against a pink background

It has a two button double breasted closure with six buttons in all and four buttons at the end of the sleeve

Overall length:  33 1/2”

Overall length: 35" measured flat at the back from the neckline

Vintage 1950s Taffeta Dress Gown Owned by Miss Canada 1954 gaytime glasses purple and black on aThis exceptional vintage 1950s taffeta dress carries a wonderful provenance it was owned by Barbara Joan Markham, Miss Canada of 1954. That year, Miss Canada contestants were eligible to compete in the Miss America pageant, and Miss Markham represented her country with distinction, placing 12th in the competition. The dress features a fitted bodice with a V neckline and an asymmetrical buttoned front that curves into the waist. The skirt is full and