A really pretty Ben Zuckerman dress in black or navy, from Vogue, 1 March 1956.

' Eloquent Elegance interpreted as the Spring daytime look by Ben Zuckerman. Of chiffon worsted in black or navy... a quartet of tiny bow and rows of round-and-round stitching to mark the way of the subtly eased unbelted sihouette. From our Immediate Wear Collection, $155.'

This dress was retailed at Henri Bendel, an upscale department store based originally in New York with several other stores located around America. The store opened in 1895. In 2009 the store made the decision to stop carrying apparal, and concentrate on home accessories, perfume and cosmetics.