Vintage 1950s B&W Cotton Sundress Ensemble with Chartreuse- New!
Measurements
Size: Extra Small - Small
Dress
Bust: 34 inches + 86 cm
Under Bust: 32 inches + 81 cm
Waist: 25 inches + 63.5 cm
Hips: Free
Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder: 16 inches + 41 cm
Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 42 inches + 107 cm
Hem Length: none
Bolero
Length: 14 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
* Gorgeous 1950s white cotton background commercially made sun dress
* Dress fabric design features B&W batik print with chartreuse trompe l'oeil ribbon
* Classic silhouette with cinched waist and full skirt
* Sleeveless bodice with thick shoulder straps and square neckline
* Bodice has contrasting chartreuse trim around neckline
* Full skirt almost full circle
* Matching chartreuse bolero with contrasting batik print on sleeves, collar & buttons
* Unlined with machined hem
* Side closed -in metal zipper
* Label reads Toni Todd
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
Beautiful dress and bolero set wit the most fabulous trompe l'oeil optical print.. It's had use but remains in excellent condition overall. Some fraying to the bolero jacket internally but not noticeable from the outside nor does it impact on the integrity of the seams. Such a gorgeous piece!! Cleaned and ready to wear. Please drop us a line if your require additional information about this listing.
Shop Policies
Availability
This item is within our selling stock. In the unlikely event that two buyers purchase this item concurrently, payment will be immediately refunded to the latter purchaser. We apologise in advance should this rare circumstance arise.
Postage
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LayBys/Layaways
Yes we do offer flexible layby/layaway options and are open to negotiation as to the time period. Obviously, the more expensive the item the longer the time you will have to finalise payment. Contact us to see how accommodating we can be :)
Alterations
Obviously, as these are one- off pieces, the fit may not be quite what you need. To this end, we also offer an alteration service by professional seamstresses. Please shoot us an email outlining what you want and we will quickly respond with a quote and timeframe. Costs are kept to a minimum for this service.
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Photography
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