Size 6 Paisley Print 1940s Dress - Summer Matte Rayon - Cap Sleeve Pretty 40s Frock - Hourglass Bodice & A Line Skirt - Waist 25.5

Such a beauty! This 1940s summer dress has an elegant casual charm, crisp and cool in a terrific paisley cotton. It has a slit neckline and curved yoke with cap sleeves, tailored with radiant pleats over the bust and into the A-line skirt.

Ladies' Size
5 to 6

Measurements
Bust 35.5, Waist 25.5, Hip 38; Neck to Waist 15.5, Neck to Hem 40.5 Inches

Era
1940s

Label
None, very neatly hand made with pinked seams and careful hand-finishing

Materials
Pointillist shell pink paisley print broadcloth in a cotton/rayon blend, colors are maroon, slate blue, black, pistachio green and chartreuse

Closure
Side seam metal zipper

Condition
Mint

Condition Detail
Pristine condition, no flaws

Washing Instructions
Cold gentle machine or hand wash, tumble until damp, press on medium setting

Please note: All measurements (bust - waist - hip) are the maximum body measurements that will fit the item. These measurements already have ease subtracted and they are not actual fabric widths. To get actual fabric widths add two inches at the bust - one inch at the waist and two inches at the hip.

Size listed is a modern size. Any available vintage size is noted in the Label description. Please remember vintage sizes and modern sizes can vary a great deal.

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