Early 1960s Green and Gold Diagonal Stripe Dress - New!
Measurements
Size: Small
Bust: 36 inches + 91 cm
Waist: 27 inches + 69 cm
Shoulder Edge to Shoulder Edge: 15 inches + 38 cm
Hips: open
Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder: 14.5 inches + 37 cm
Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 38.5 inches + 98 cm
Hem Length : 1.5 inches + 4 cm
Zipper Length: 20 inches + 51 cm
Seam Allowance: 0.75 inches + 2 cm (per side)
Note: Measurements are taken from outside, flat and stretched from seam to seam. This is the maximum size allowable, so please consider individual fit and comfort.
Description
* Early 1960s poly blend day dress
* Fabric design features diagonal stripes in green, gold and cream
* Classic silhouette with a fitted waist and wide skirt
* Bodice has a jewel neckline and short sleeves
* Contrasting self-fabric bib insert at front with frill at edge
* Sleeves also have a matching frill
* Skirt is gathered and quite full
* Back with metal zipper
* Unlined, serged seams and hand finished hem
* Unlabelled but looks commercially made
Condition
Generally Excellent apart from two small issues
There is a tiny pin dot hole on the front skirt and a pink smudge. See 2nd last photo for images. Not noticeable when wearing.
Please note that these are vintage items that have been used and loved over the years, As such, they may display slight evidence of their age. Any notable flaws above and beyond this will be highlighted here.
Comment
Such a cute dress, love the colours and the silhouette on this one. Please drop us a line if you require additional information about this listing.
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Availability
This item is within our selling stock. In the unlikely event that two buyers purchase this item concurrently, payment will be immediately refunded to the latter purchaser. We apologize in advance should this rare circumstance arise.
LayBys/Layaways
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Alterations
Obviously, as these are one-off pieces, the fit may not be quite what you need. To this end, we also offer an alteration service by professional seamstresses. Please shoot us an email outlining what you want and we will quickly respond with a quote and timeframe. Costs are kept to a minimum for this service.
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Photography
Our photos are taken with a mix of studio and ambient lighting. Whilst we take care with the colour balance of our photos, individual computer monitors register colours differently depending on their calibration. If you want the exact colour shade drop us a line and we will give you the Universal Pantone colours that match the item.