Two evening cocktail dresses from Don Loper circa 1950s, owned by Silvia Fine Kaye, an lyricist, composer, and producer, married to comedian Danny Kaye. Silvia's work was often performed by her husband.

White floral lace knee-length cocktail dress featuring an asymmetrical neckline with delicate spaghetti straps and a fitted bone in bodice. A diagonally draped red satin panel crosses the bodice, while an oversized sculptural bow with cascading sash detail accentuates the waist. A defined waist transitions into a full, knee-length gathered skirt. The floral lace is embroidered with orange detailing. The back has a concealed central zipper. Ivory cocktail dress featuring a one-shoulder neckline with a wide burgundy satin strap accented by fabric-covered buttons. The fitted bone in bodice is adorned with an allover red rose floral print, complemented by a contrasting satin panel across the neckline. A defined waist transitions into a full, knee-length gathered skirt. The back has a concealed central zipper.

Don Loper was a Hollywood costume designer whose work helped define the glamour of the 1950s. He began his career as a dancer and appeared alongside Ginger Rogers in the 1944 film Lady in the Dark. He designed custom gowns for stars including Audrey Hepburn, Marlene Dietrich, and Lana Turner. Loper favored elegant, body-flattering silhouettes in luxurious fabrics, rejecting the loose sack dress trend popular at the time. 

White dress: chest: 32 inches (underarm to underarm), waist: 24 inchesFloral print dress: chest: 31 inches (underarm to underarm), waist: 24 inches, hips are open

A portion of the proceeds will go to benefit The Danny Kaye & Sylvia Fine Kaye Foundation.