This early 1940s cotton day dress is absolutely fabulous! It features vibrant shades of green, yellow, and orange in a pretty floral print, along with original red plastic buttons and black bows. It has been homemade from medium-weight cotton, with a high waist, ruched bust, an asymmetric skirt, and slightly puffed bracelet-length sleeves that secure at the cuff with a popper. The dress fastens with poppers behind the faux buttons and is pulled over the head to wear. A very unique and fun piece of fashion history!
Condition: Three areas of stains that fade into the print very well - one at the left bust and one on the right sleeve, as well as one near the buttons.
Shown on an approx UK size 6 mannequin (B:34"/W:25"/H:34”)
- Bust: up to 40" when pulled taut
- Shoulder to waist: 13.7"
- Sleeve length
- Waist: 30"
- Hip: up to 42"
- Length: at shortest length 41" and longest, 45"
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We use the vintage condition chart from the Vintage Fashion Guild. This is as follows:
- Excellent: Used, with no noticeable flaws or unworn and in perfect condition.
- Very Good: Used, with minor flaws, no repairs needed.
- Good: Visible wear. Minor flaws and/or optional repairs needed.
- Fair: Numerous flaws, repairs needed, fragile.
- Poor: Extensive damage. For display or study only.
Vintage clothing is often homemade and/or follows a very different size guide to modern-day clothing. Please ensure you check the measurements carefully on the product description before making your order. We use a rough sizing guide based on waist sizing:
XS | Waist 22"- 25"
S | Waist 26"- 27"
M | Waist 28"- 30"
L | Waist 31"- 32"
XL | Waist 33"- plus
Please do not take the size guide as gospel as the size stated here may not be the size you would normally buy. It is very important to know your bust, waist and hip sizing ahead of purchase.
Refer to our care & condition guide for expert tips on preserving your vintage.
