Vintage 1950s Purple, Blue & Pink Plaid Cotton Dress- NEW!
Measurements
Size: Small
Dress
Bust: 36 inches + 86 - 91 cm
Waist: 28 inches + 69 - 71 cm
Hips: Open
Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder: 16 inches + 38 cm
Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 42 inches + cm
Hem Length: 2 inches + 5 cm
Zipper Length: 10 inches +36 cm
Note: Measurements are taken from outside, flat and stretched from seam to seam. This is the maximum size allowable, so please consider individual fit and comfort.
Description
* Late 1950s commercially made cotton dress
* Fabric design features a plaid pattern in white, charcoal blues, purples and pinks
* Classic silhouette with a fitted waist and wide skirt
* Sleeveless chevron striped bodice with a notched collar and centre seam
* Decorative white buttons down centre front
* Skirt is gathered at the waist and moderately full
* Side closed-in zipper
* Label reads Toni Todd
R & M Kaufmann, Inc was inaugurated in Aurora, Illinois during the 1900s. The owners were brothers who produced high-quality but moderately priced dresses and sleepwear. They were able to keep prices low by mass producing garments in their own factories. In fact, their motto was "Only the LOOK is expensive." Sales grew steadily through the use of full page advertisements in Seventeen, Mademoiselle and Charm magazines as well as the use of live television commercials on shows such as "Beat the Clock." The Kaufmann's produced under several labels including the Toni Todd line which specifically targeted younger women. The company was sold to Russ Togs in 1969.
Condition
Very good vintage condition.
The only issue that I can see is that there is a pinprick just above the front darts (see
2nd last pic). It appears the dart has been taken in and shortened slightly. The fault would disappear completely if extended to its original size. Hardly seen in any case. Priced accordingly nevertheless
Please note that these are vintage items that have been used and loved over the years, As such, they may display slight evidence of their age. Any notable flaws will be highlighted.
Comment
Lovely dress with beautiful colours.
The listing is for the dress only and does not include any other accessories that may have been photographed with the item.
This item has not been pinned to the dress form.
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Postage
We make every effort to post your item within 1-3 days of payment. Should a circumstance arise where we are unable to post within this timeframe (eg we are away at a fair) we will contact you immediately. Please note that our postage charges are based on standard international and domestic air packages - all with tracking. If you want to upgrade to express postage or require insurance, please contact us prior to checkout and we will adjust the rates accordingly.
Currently, standard packages within Australia are taking 4 to 6 business days from receipt of the package at the Post Office. However, there may be exceptions due to the impact of COVID-19.
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