Early 60s day dress by Lavinia of Leicester in a lovely deep blue coloured thicker cotton. Shirtwaist style with three small buttons to the front of the bodice and a deep scooped neckline. Short sleeve. Fitted waist with matching belt. Full skirt sewn in gathers with two rows of white ribbon trims around the hem. Side metal zipper to fasten.
Dress is pictured with a petticoat which is not included in the sale.
SIZE
The dress is labeled a size 40 but fits approx like a Small or approx a UK10. For your best fit please refer to the measurements.
Fit on model: as shown, belt clipped
Chest: 38" (best fit around 35")
Underbust: approx 35"
Waist: 28"
Hip: free
Shoulder to waist: 15"
Shoulder seam to shoulder seam: 15"
Length: 40.5"
(There is a 1.5" hem on this)
CONDITION
Very good condition.