50s cotton day dress in white with a romantic pink rose print. Empire but with deep scooped neck and gathers to the underbust. Underbust is finished with a pink and green grosgrain ribbon which ties at the back. Waist is nipped in and the skirt is a full circle sweep. Side metal zipper to fasten. No labels. Looks like a handmade piece.
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.
Fit on model: clipped to fit
Chest: 36"
Underbust: 30"
Waist: 27"
Hip: free
Shoulder to underbust 11"
Shoulder to natural waist: 16"
Length: 40"
(There is a 1" hem on this)
CONDITION
Good condition. Some small signs of wear but presents beautifully.
-Hem has been taken up and is handsewn.
-The zipper may have been replaced or resewn? but it's an original metal zip.
-The ribbon straps under the bust are a bit worn with some small straining in the ribbon where the stitches are.
- A couple of small marks, one under the underbust at the back, and one to the skirt. See last photos.