Proper House Dress

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This easy to wear 1940s style retro dress is colour and style perfection! The contrasting collar, quiky pattern and pleasing pleats are all a gal needs for a whimsical flattering frock. Pair this beauty with our Mary Mary Dancing Shoes for an authetic era look, our Citrus Designer Wedge for something a bit more edgy or downplay with our Dreamy Denim Shoe - options are endless with this great dress.

We select only the best accessories for our store so each 'bird' remains unique. We choose with your elegance in mind!

Circa: 1980 - 2020
Origin: Consignment
Label: Original Orphee

Fabric: Easy Care blend (Poly/Nylon/Acrylic/Acetate) wash and wear
Condition: Excellent commensurate with age and love|

Modern Size Indicator*: 8 - 10
Measurement: Bust 36 cmWaist 30 cm, Hip 40 cm (Laid flat)
Vintage Size Indicator: na

Fixture: Original
Fit: Tailored

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