Beautiful vibrant orange 50s dress by Sambo Fashions with a lovley painterly print of paisley patterns and small florals in shades or light blue, brown and dusky purple. Fitted bodice with a shelfy seamed underbust and a deep v-neckline which overlaps at the bustline. Short sleeve. Cinched in silhouette with a small waist and full skirt sewn in gathers with a generous midi length. Back metal zipper to fasten.
Dress is pictured with a petticoat which is not included in the sale.
SIZE
The dress is labeled a size 38 but fits approx like a Small. For your best fit please refer to the measurements.
Fit on model: as shown
Chest: 36" (best fit smaller)
Underbust: 33"
Waist: 26.5"
Hip: free
Shoulder to underbust: approx 10-10.5"
Shoulder to waist: 16"
Length: 41.5"
(There is a 2" hem on this)
CONDITION
Very good condition. Missing the original belt. Very slight bit of yellowing to edge of neck, but not easy to see with the rich colours, so doesn't detract. Dress has been cleaned.