Gorgeous belted dress and bolero set.
Made in the 1950s and labelled Horrockses, Jane Bennett Gowns, this dress is made from polished cotton and features a large floral design in muted shades of grey and coral. A close fitting bodice with a fully skirt it has a metal back zip and a wide belt. It comes with a matching bolero which fastens with 3 self covered buttons and has teeny little pockets. The bodice is fully lined, the skirt is unlined, and there are pockets in the skirt!
Measurements
It will fit up to a 34" bust and 25" tight waist
Waist to hem 25" and there is 2" hem allowance if you needed longer
Underarm to waist 8"
Sweep at hem 64"
Bolero
Flat bust 18"
Length 15"
Underarm sleeve 5.5"
Shoulders between sleeves 14.5"
Condition
Very good, it has been washed, pressed and is ready to wear. Minor points to note
- the buttons have discoloured slightly
- the belt has discoloured slightly
- there is a pinhead rust mark on the right pocket on the bolero
- no belt loops
Postage
Please note that standard postage within the UK only covers you for £50 compensation in the unlikely event the item is damaged or lost in the post. If you would like the item fully insured, please selected Special Delivery.