Handmade 40s dress in a light pinkish cream colour with a navy print with horse riders and dogs in bold expressionist brush strokes. Bodice has a high square neck and short sleeves with a soft pleated puff to the shoulder. Wide waistband. A-line midi skirt in four panels. Side metal zipper to fasten. No labels, but appears handmade. Not sure what the fabric content is, it's a slightly thicker/heavier weight with a woven texture, possibly rayon.
Dress is pictured with a petticoat which is not included in the sale.
SIZE
The dress is not labeled with a size but fits approx like a Small. For your best fit please refer to the measurements.
Chest: 37" (to fit approx 35" chest best)
Waist: 25" to 26" stretched
Hip: 48"
Shoulder to upper waist: 15" and 17" from shoulder to lower waistband seam
Shoulder seam to shoulder seam: 15"
Sleeve from underarm to cuff: 9.5"
Length: 43"
CONDITION
Good condition. Some slight wear and minor issues, but presents very nicely.
-Slight shoulder discolouration, see photos, and some faint discolour to the inside of the neck, but this doesn't show when worn.
-Some small holes, a couple under the arm, and a few small holes on the hip by the zipper. See photos.
-Some internal seam repairs but these aren't visible on the outside when worn. All internal seam allowances are raw cut and not overlocked, so show some fraying.