Absolutely stunning Horrockses Fashion 50s dress in a rich lilacy pink with a big floral print of white and pink in garland bands. Fitted bodice with a deep v-neck and gathered bustline with a curved underbust with a small tie bow to the front. Short dolman sleeve with triangular underarm gusset design. Two buttons to the front of the waist and a hook at the waistband. The slilhouette has a strongly cinched in waistline, with matching belt and a glorious, lavisihly full skirt sewn in gathers. Absolutely stunning!
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 S - please note waist is a firm small, but bust would fit up to a M, so this fits a little bit inbetween modern sizes. For your best fit please refer to the measurements.
Fit on model: clipped to fit
Chest: 38"
Underbust: approx 36"
Waist: 27"
Hip: free
Shoulder to underbust 11-11.5"
Shoulder to natural waist: 17.5"
Length: 45"
(There is a approx 2" hem on this)
CONDITION
Very good condition. Hem has been resewn, possibly taken up but still a very generous length so this doesn't detract. Belt buckle is quite worn with a couple of fray holes to corners.