In an iconic 1940's silhouette, rendered in a stone and cream coloured pinstripe and set off by eye-catching caramel and cream coloured buttons, this original 1940's day dress is just the piece to add to your everyday wardrobe.
The V shaped slit neckline, draws the eye to the elegant cross over cut of the bodice which fastens in place internally with two concealed press studs. The simple shoulder line, sets off the wide short length sleeves. The bodice, showcases a statement triangular shaped moc pocket, which is embellished with decorative buttons along the right hand side yoke. The fitted waistline, is accented by gathered smoking stitches along either side of the base of the bodice, which allow for the fabric to radiate in soft pleats. The elegant skirt line is accented by a cross over cut peplum, which sits along along the front of the dress, setting off the simple a Line panel cut of the skirt.
Label: Dorothy Hubbs, fashioned in a stonecutter fabric
Measurements of the Dress
Armpit to Armpit: up to 38 inches
Shoulder to Hem: 43.5 inches.
Waist: up to 28 inches
Shoulder to End of Sleeve: 4 inches
Hips: up to 40 inches
Shoulder to waist : 16 inches
Size: UK 10 US 6
Closures: This dress fastens along the side seam with an 9.5 inch metal zip and internally along the bodice with two concealed press studs.
Condition: This dress is in good but not perfect vintage condition.Very gentle colour fading along the top of the shoulders and along the bottom of the skirt line. A light and gentle age mark along the front right hand side of the peplum, below the central part of the waistline. A small pin sized age mark is positioned beneath this. Colour fading along the drape of the skirt. A scattering of age marks along the right hand side seam of the skirt line and mid-length height. These minor blemishes 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: 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.
