Vintage Late 1940s Field Flowers Rayon Dress- New! (ON HOLD)
Please note this dress is on hold and not available for sale at this time
Measurements
Size: Small
Bust: 34 inches + 86 cm
Waist: 27 inches + 69 cm
Hips: open
Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder: 15 inches + 38 cm
Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 43 inches + 109 cm
Zipper Length: 12 inches + 30 .5 cm
Hem Length: 1 inch + 2.5 cm
Seam Allowance: 0.5 inches + 1.25 cm (per side)
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
* Lovely late 1940s to early 1950s cream background rayon dress
* Fabric design features a variety of field flowers including morning glories, trumpet flowers and daisies
* Colours include white, pink. yellow and blue with green leaves
* Classic silhouette with a fitted waist and full skirt
* Sleeveless bodice with squared collar
* Placket closure at the neckline to bust with blue buttons
* Princess seaming and side zipper closure
* Fully lined in cream cotton
* Pinked seams with handstitched hem
* Unlabelled
Condition
Excellent.
No notable flaws that I can see. The original zipper has been replaced with a modern nylon one.
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
Incredibly beautiful dress set designed to stand out. A true Hollywood ensemble fit to be worn by the stars. Please drop us a line if you require additional information about this listing.
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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.
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LayBys/Layaways
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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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