-- 1940s bold raspberry rayon dress
-- unique wrap around design with fab asymmetrical pleating and drape
-- cross over front creates a V-neckline
-- simple short sleeves with lightly padded shoulders
-- smocking on left shoulder balances with the pleating through the right side of the torso
-- inset triangular shape smooths over the waist into a tie around back
-- skirt is finished with an asymmetrical graduated ruffle over the left hip
label: none present
material: rayon
size: fits like a contemporary small, please refer to measurements below. Photographed on a modern size 4 dress form which it fit nicely
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bust: 34"-36"
waist: 26"-28"
hips: up to 40"
shoulders: 13"
bodice: 15.5" from shoulder top to waist
length: 39" from shoulder to hem
All measurements are taken while garment is laying flat and then doubled unless otherwise noted. Please allow yourself some "wiggle room" when determining fit.
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Dress displays minor evidence of wash and wear. There are a couple small holes that have been repaired by hand (largest pictured) there is also a very faint spot outline on the lower back side of the skirt (final image). Dress has been freshly hand washed with no other issues of note.
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