This iconic 1950's shirt-waister dress, rendered in the softest shade of pale blue cotton, with wonderful cream printed, and embroidered details, is the perfect piece to add to your everyday wardrobe.
The V shaped neckline is framed by a pointed notched collar. The simple shoulder line, set off the short length sleeves, which are finished with wide turned up cuffs. The fitted bodice is accented by tailored darts and central matching fabric button fastenings. The bodice is decorated with cream printed columns, which are in turn embellished with trailing printed floral designs, contoured by soutache embroidery and set off by floral appliqués arrangements, which are finished with clusters of enamelled metal beadwork. The cinched in waistline, which is accented by a matching fabric belt, sets off the wonderful cut of the skirt, which radiates from box pleats from beneath the waistline. Finished with a pocket along the left hand side hipline, every detail of this dress, showcases the iconic 1950's New Look silhouette of the era.
This piece 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: 41.5 inches
Waist: up to 26 inches
Hips: up to 56 inches
Shoulder to End of Sleeve: 8 inches
Shoulder to Waistline: 16 inches
Shoulder to Shoulder 15 inches
Size: UK 8 US 4
Closures: This dress fastens with 4 buttons and a hook and eye along the front of the bodice and a press stud below the waistline .
Condition: This dress is good but not vintage condition. There is some light colour variation along the top of the shoulders and along the back of the collar. Very light and gentle colour variation along the matching belt. Some light scattered age marks along the back of the skirt, these are well concealed within the pleats and not apparent when the dress is being worn. Gentle age marks along the front of the skirt, again these are very light and well concealed within the pleats and drape of the dress. Gentle wear to some of the enamel paint along the floral clusters on the bodice. These minor blemishes are in not apparent when the dress is being worn, and only noticeable under close inspection. Please refer to the photographs, as they form part of the condition report.
Washing instructions: This garment should be dry cleaned
Fabric: Cotton
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 your favourite similar style garment and compare it to the measurements we have listed.
