Size 8 1950s Secretary Dress - Short Sleeved 50s Brown Fleck Cottony Fitted Sheath - Peter Pan Collar & Bow - Original Belt - Waist 29.5

This 1950s tailored dress is a summer office style with a Peter Pan collar, pert bow accent, and hidden front placket from neck to hem. It's short sleeved in a nubby cross-weave faux cotton, with darts to fit, a nipped waist seam, and original self buckle-front belt. Has pockets at the hip and a center back kick pleat.

Ladies' Size
8 to 9

Measurements
Bust 36, Waist 29.5, Hip 38; Neck to Waist 16.75, Neck to Hem 44.5 Inches

Era
1950s

Label
' TONI TODD ' and vintage size 16 at back neck

Materials
Cocoa brown & white cross-woven faux cotton in a rayon/acetate blend with nubby flecks throughout; matching brown cotton cord with couched stitching for a zig-zag effect

Closure
Center front hidden plastic buttons, neck to hem, with snap at neck and waist

Condition
Good

Condition Detail
Very good condition, looks barely worn, the under arms are yellow-beige from perspiration, this is somewhat obscured by the two-tone weave and wouldn't be glaring when worn, but is noticeable on closer inspection

Washing Instructions
Warm hand wash, shape and dry flat, press on low-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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