Emerald Rose Print Cotton Dress 1950s

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Sometimes, a garment captures the very essence of a season. At least 70 years young, this authentic vintage dress is a masterclass in mid-century vibrancy. Crafted from crisp cotton sateen with a subtle sheen, the print is a joyful garden of red, pink, and blue roses set against a mottled emerald background.

The silhouette is the quintessential 'New Look' shape. A fitted bodice and wide portrait collar nip in at the waist before releasing into a full, pleated skirt. It is a structural dream for many shapes. The open neckline serves to balance a fuller bust or shoulders, while the generous skirt skims effortlessly over the hips and thighs to highlight the waist without clinging.

Add your own belt for for further definition as pictured. Pair with slides for a casual day look, or add a petticoat (pictured with and without) and red lip for evening drama. This is sustainable style at its most spirited. It is a piece of history proving quality and character never fade.

Circa: 1940 - 1970
Origin:
Private Collection AU
Label:
Not Known

Fabric: 
Cotton sateen
Condition:
Excellent commensurate with age and love

Modern Size Indicator*:
10 - 12
Measurement: Bust 44 cm, Waist 32 cm, Hip 66 cm (Laid flat)
Vintage Size Indicator: na

Fit: Wide portrait collar, short sleeves, fitted waist, pleated full skirt, matching buttons with defined waist silhouette.
Fixture: Original

NOTE:
Sale Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. Additional items pictured not included in sale and are for illustrative purposes only. Colours may display differently on various devices.

Our vintage items are rated as follows:
  • Excellent: Near or near to new quality, with no noted flaws and may often be presented in original packaging or, with original tags (deadstock) all commensurate with age and love
  • Very Good: May have some minor issue, as seen or noted
  • Good: Some minor flaws which may be repairable, or may not detract from the garment when worn
  • Rescue: Flaws as described which may or may not detract when worn in most cases possibility of repair

We estimate sizes as current or, 'modern' sizing rather than vintage sizing as eras do vary.

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