Show Stopping Figure Conscious Sleeveless Black Cocktail Dress with Daring Low Back Trimmed in Black and Red Roses circa 1950s

I've held onto this dress for over 15 years hoping one day I'd fit into it but that is just never going to happen, unless I have bone removed. So. 

Here she is! An absolutely STUNNING 1950s black silk sleeveless cocktail dress that hugs the body in all the right places. Shirred at shoulders, extra yardage in back center seam to create a bit of a fishtail. 

BUT- the best part is the back! Darling low scoop lined in black velvet roses with red velvet leaves. Zipper in center at waist, hook and eye closure at bottom of neckline. Lined. Amazingly, she has no label! One red leaf is pulled apart a but at wire stem. No holes or stains. 

Measures

38" bust, 28" waist, 40" hips, 17" bodice, 47 long