This pretty dress was made in the 1940's and carries the remains of a cut out CC41 label in the back neck.
Made from fine linen it has an off-white base with a pretty paisley and fan print worked in blue and magenta. The bodice is blouson and fastens with plastic buttons. It has a neat collar and small turn backs on the sleeves. The skirt is panelled with broad pleats in the front and the piece is finished off neatly with a belt.
Measurements
The dress will best fit up to a 34-28-38 but to ensure it will fit you properly, please compare the measurements below to a similar piece you already own. Please note there is no side opening and due to the construction it will not be possible to fit one.
Flat bust 19"
Flat waist 15"
Flat hip 19"
Shoulders between sleeves 14.5"
Underarm sleeve length 5"
Flat cuff 5.5"
Shoulder to waist 15.5"
Shoulder to hem 43" with no hem allowance
Circumference of skirt at hem 58"
Condition
Washed, pressed and ready to wear with the following points to note;
- cream paint mark by one of the buttons
- very small amount of seam stress at the bottom of the skirt darts