Please note this dress is really sold pending payment, so unable to be purchased at this time. Thank you for understanding.

Measurements

Size: Small

Bust: 34 - 36 inches + 86 - 91 cm

Waist: 26 inches + 66 cm

Hips: open

Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder: 15 inches + 38 cm

Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 40 inches + 102 cm

Hem Length: 3 inches + 8 cm

Zipper Length: 18 inches + 46 cm

Seam Allowance: 1.5 inches + 3.5 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

* Beautiful 1950s white etched trellis background medium weight cotton commercially made dress

* Fabric design features full-blown blue roses and rosebuds with green leaves

* Classic silhouette with a defined waist and wide skirt

* Sleeved bodice with pleated shelf bust and low curved neckline

* Skirt is very full and gathered at waist

* Tiered white cotton underdress for shape and fullness

* Low v-shaped back with collar and self bow with long tails

* Low scooped back with metal zipper

* Label reads California Cottons

California Cottons
Very little information is available on the history of this label. But from my own research, I have discovered that the label probably originated in the United States but was marketed in the United Kingdom. The clothing from this label is very eye-catching and beautifully detailed. To the extent where California Cottons matches the quality of Horrockses Fashions. While its history may be a little vague, its collectability is not. The label is highly prized today.

Condition

Excellent.

No notable flaws that I can see - looks hardly ever worn. one tiny dot at folds of the bodice. No bleeding, colour is vibrant. The blue hue is actually more vibrant than the photographs show and a fraction lighter - it's even better in real life!!

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

Can't say enough about this gorgeous dress. It ticks all the boxes as far as I am concerned: fabric design, construction and attention to detail. l. Please drop us a line if you require additional information about this listing.

Shop Policies

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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 apologise in advance should this rare circumstance arise.

Postage
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LayBys/Layaways
Yes we do offer flexible layby/layaway options and are open to negotiation as to the time period. Obviously, the more expensive the item the longer the time you will have to finalise payment. Contact us to see how accommodating we can be :)

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.

Late 1950s Vibrant Blue Roses California Cottons Dress- New! (ON HOLD)