"Coral & Turquoise " Vintage 1950's Striped Coral & Turquoise Print Dress & Matching Shawl UK 10 US 6

This eye-catching 1950's dress, in a wonderful striped palette of turquoise blue, coral, and yellow with a black filigree pattern, is the perfect piece to add to your vintage wardrobe.

Her thin shoulder straps join the straight cut neckline, which boast a turned down collar along the edges. Her fitted bodice, is accented by a cinched in waistline. Her wonderful skirt, is set off by small gathered pleats along the waistband, that drape into the skirt, creating an iconic 1950's silhouette.
Her matching cotton shawl, is set off by turquoise blue lining to one side.

This dress has been photographed with a medium petticoat, which is not included in the listing.

Label: None

Measurements of the Dress

Armpit to Armpit: up to 36 inches

Shoulder to Hem: 45 inches

Waist: up to 28 inches

Shoulder to Waistline: 17 inches

Shoulder to Shoulder 16.5 inches

Hips: up to 56 inches

Measurements of the Shawl:

Length: 70 inches

Width : 15 inches

Size: UK 10 US 6

Closures: This dress fastens with a 11.5 inch metal zip and a single hook and eye

Condition: This dress is in perfect vintage condition, with one very small age mark to the back of the skirt along the hemline. This is in no way apparent when the dress is being worn.

Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned or hand washed

Fabric: cotton & Lined in the bodice.

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. All our measurements are taken whilst the garment is lying flat, we then double these measurements to reflect the actual size.