Measurements

Size: Small

Dress

Bust: 36 inches + 91 cm

Waist: 26 - 27 inches + 66 - 69 cm

Hips: Free

Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder to Natural Waist: 14 inches + 36 cm

Bodice Length from Outside Shoulder: 15 inches + 38 cm

Total Length from Outside Shoulder: 40 inches + 102 cm

Hem Length: 1 inch + 2.5 cm

Zipper Length: 17 inches + 43 cm

Seam Allowance: 1 inch + 2.5 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

* Late 1950s crisp polished cotton commercially made dress

* Fabric design features duck egg blue trellis pattern over a white background

* Classic silhouette with a defined waist and wide skirt

* Sleeveless bodice with a wide scooped neckline

* Slightly dropped waistline

* Skirt is very full with small knife pleating

* White cotton trim around the neckline and through centre front of dress

• White bow tie immediately under the neckline

* Trim is accented with small self-fabric buttons down front

* White cotton built-in crinoline

* Label reads Carnegie Model - It's a Symphony

Carnegie of London was a British dress manufacturer that operated from the 1940s through to the 1980s. At the time of their closing (1984), they were situated in Osborn Street, Aldgate (Central London). Little is known of this manufacturer but, from my experience, the company produced high-quality clothing (this dress is similar in quality to a Horrockses).

Condition

Excellent vintage condition.

No notable flaws that I can see.

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 will be highlighted.

Comment

Beautiful and eye-catching dress - in fabulous condition too. Love the duck egg blue colour and the white trim for contrast.

The listing is for the dress only and does not include any other accessories that may have been photographed with the item.

This item has not been pinned to the dress form.

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Postage
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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
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
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