This eye-catching 1940's two toned gabardine dress, in a palette of mustard and brown, with brass toned buttons, is just the piece for your everyday vintage wardrobe.
The V shaped neckline is framed by a slim shawl collar. The simple shoulder line is accented by internally sewn shoulder pads, that set off the double darts along the front of each yoke. The 3/4 length sleeves are edged with turned up cuffs. The tailored bodice is accented by pleats to either side that radiate up from the darts along the waistline and join those along the yokes. The cinched in waistline, set off the line of the skirt, which is accented by box pleats that drape from along the waist. Finished with stylised brass buttons, this wonderful dress showcases the iconic two tone design of the era.
Label: Original Career Classic
Measurements of the Dress
Armpit to Armpit: up to 36 inches
Shoulder to Hem: 44 inches
Waist: up to 27 inches
Shoulder to End of Sleeve: 19 inches
Hips: up to 50 inches
Shoulder to waist : 16 inches
Shoulder to Shoulder: 15 inches
Size: UK 10 US 6
Closures: This dress fastens with 9 buttons and a hook and eye along the waistline
Condition: This dress is in good but not perfect vintage condition. Very light colour variation along the armpits. A small pin scratch to the left hand side of the bust-line. . Slight colour variation to the mustard wool just above the waistline. A small area of linear age marks along the front right hand side of the bodice just above the waistline. Colour variation along the nape and back of the collar of the dress, where the gabardine has been exposed to prolonged time in the sun. These minor issues are not overly apparent when the dress is being worn and only noticeable upon closer inspection. Please refer to the photographs as they form part of the condition report.
Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned
Fabric: Gabardine, Brass buttons
Vintage garments have been previously worn and lovingly cared for, they may however have a blemish or two. Here at Willow Hilson, we try our very best to note all the details of each garment, although we may sometimes overlook things, which we do apologise for. Please do not expect perfection, unless stated so.
Please make sure you check all the measurements of the garment before purchasing. Vintage garment sizes are not the same as those of today. To ensure the best fit, we suggest you measure you favourite similar style garment and compare it to the measurements we have listed.
