Statement of the Season Dress

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This fantastic African Wax Print* dress obtained in France is at least 20 years young and in excellent condition. The cotton fabric print looks so decadent combined with an exquisite feminine cut that takes this unique dress to 'timeless style winner'!

This dress will take you through events and weddings in effortless chic with your favourite complimentary accessories and footwear! Imagine with beautiful strappy gold or silver sandals ... c'est manifique!

Circa: 1940 - 1990
Origin
: France
Label: na

Fabric: Cotton
Condition: Excellent commensurate with age and love

Modern Size Indicator*:
 12 - 14
Measurement: Bust 48 cmWaist 42 cm, Hip 56 cm (Laid flat/circumference)
Vintage Size Indicator: na

Fit: Tailored bust and waist
Fixture: Original

Ankara *WAX PRINT Wikipedia: Wax prints are a type of nonverbal communication among African women, and thereby carry their messages out into the world. Some wax prints are named after personalities, cities, buildings, sayings, or occasions. The producer, name of the product, and registration number of the design is printed on the selvage, thus protecting the design and attesting to the quality of the fabric. Wax fabrics constitute capital goods for African women. They are therefore often retained based on their perceived market value - as is true vintage clothing!

NOTE: Sale Items/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned.

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 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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