Vintage 1970s Red Roses Shaheen S4signer Maxi Skirt - New!
Measurements
Size: Small
Waist: 28 inches + 71 cm
Hips: 44 inches + 112 cm
Waistband Width : 1 inch + 2.5 cm
Total Length from Waist to Hem: 44 inches + 112 cm
Hem Length : 1 inch + 2.5 cm
Zipper Length: 8 inches + 20 cm
Seam Allowance: 1 inch + 2.5 cm (only one seam at back)
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
*Vintage 1970s maxi skirt in a creamy white poly fabric
* Trailing cluster of lushly painted red roses with green leaves and long stems
* Signed Shaheen near flower cluster
* Classic silhouette with a fitted waist and undulating skirt
* Same fabric cream waistband with belt loops
* Back nylon zipper and button closure
* Unlined, raw seams and hand finished hem
* Labelled Miss Shaheen
Alfred Shaheen is one of the best known of the Hawaiian garment and textile designers of the 20th Century. He was active from 1948 into the 1980s, but he is best known for his work in the 1950s.
He was the son of custom Hawaiian clothing manufacturer George Shaheen, and after college and serving in the military in WWII, he returned home to work in the family business. His plan was to expand into ready-to-wear, and in 1948 he opened Alfred Shaheen to make Hawaiian shirts for men and dresses for women.
At first he used fabrics brought in from the US mainland, but he soon realized that profits would be greater if he printed the fabric in Hawaii. He set up Surf ‘n Sand Hand Prints to print colorful Hawaiian fabrics. His hand-printed textiles were based on the flora and fauna of the Hawaiian Islands, along with Hawaiian traditions and authentic tapa cloth designs.
Shaheen produced not only the fabric, but also manufactured the clothing made from it. Shaheen was particularly known for their sexy sarong dresses and swimsuits, Hawaiian shirts and halter dresses with full skirts. The company closed in 1988 when Alfred Shaheen retired. (Courtesy of the VFG)
Condition
Excellent vintage condition.
No notable flaws that I can see. The belt is for presentation purposes only and not included in this sale.
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 above and beyond this will be highlighted here.
Comment
Fabulous skirt with great draping, the roses are particularly beautiful and vibrant. Please drop us a line if you require additional information about this listing.
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