#100

Cissy from Fashion Parade in Black Velvet Gown
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20" (51 cm). Hard plastic socket-head, blue sleep eyes, real lashes, painted lower lashes, rosebud- shaped lips of closed mouth, dark blonde hair in original factory coiffure, adult-modeled female body. Excellent condition. Marks: Cissy by Madame Alexander (costume). The doll wears original gown described as the "long-stemmed look" in the 1956 Alexander catalog, of black velvet and tulle with a "flared dŽcolletage, lined with pink satin. A cluster of pink rosebuds at the shoulders and deep flounce line are its only trimming. A gown of great elegance." Along with black net petticoat, panties, stockings, bright pink strap shoes, Alexander-labeled hat box, ring, and Fashion Award emblem. Model #2043, 1956.