This pretty dress was made in the 1950's and is labelled 'Amulette'.
Made from medium weight cotton with a white base, it has a bold print in pink, green and blue floral. The bodice is smooth fitting, has a smart collar and fastens with two buttons. The skirt is finely gathered at the waist and on the left with a metal zip.
Measurements
The dress will fit up to a 36-32-40 but to ensure it will fit you properly, please compare the measurements below to a similar piece you already own;
Flat bust 18.5"
Flat waist 16.5"
Hips free
Shoulders between sleeves 14.5"
Shoulder to waist 15.5"
Shoulder to hem 40" with no hem allowance
Circumference of skirt at hem 100"
Condition
Washed, pressed and ready to wear with the following points to note;
- a 1 cm mend at the top of the zip
- it has been altered and someone has removed the waist darts from the bodice and the old stitch holes are slightly visible
- a small mark near the hem