An eye-catching piece to behold this original 1960's pleated dress in a vibrant shade of turquoise blue, is just the piece to add to your vintage collection.
The elegant rounded neckline is framed by a simple shoulder line. The short length inset sleeves, boast micro pleating which flutter and pleat along the cuffs. The fitted bodice, boasts tailored darts along the bust-line and is finished by a cinched in waistline, which is accented by a delicate matching belt feature, which is sewn in place, The eye-catching silhouette of the skirt, boasts a micro pleated top tier, edged with a fluttered hemline, which sits above the full length base layer of the skirt, completing this dress in a timeless and iconic 1960's silhouette.
This dress is lined in sky blue nylon.
Label: Robert Dorland
Measurements of the Dress
Armpit to Armpit: up to 34 inches
Shoulder to Hem: 58 inches
Waist: up to 27 inches
Hips: up to 36 inches
Shoulder to Shoulder: 15 inches
Shoulder to End of Sleeve: 10 inches
Shoulder to Waist: 15.5 inches
Size: UK 8-10 US 4-6
Closures: This dress fastens along the back with a 22 inch plastic zip and a second 7 inch plastic zip along the skirt line and is finished with a hook and eye.
Condition: This dress is in good but not perfect vintage condition, with an area of small pulls to the nylon chiffon overlay along the left hand side of the bust-line. These minor details 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: nylon chiffon, nylon thread, nylon lined.
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.
