Cotton rose print 1950s shirtwaist dress by Wendy the Heart of Fashion
Cotton rose print 1950s shirtwaist dress by Wendy the Heart of Fashion
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An utterly superb 1950s shirtwaister! Floral and geometric print in signature midcentury graphic style and colour palette of slate blue-grey with black and sulphur yellow. the cotton is crisp and has a slight sheen and lots of body. The construction is perfect, with a relaxed fit bodice, raglan sleeves, and full pleated skirt. Self fabric belt and jumbo buttons. It is in excellent condition (I almost mistook it for a modern reproduction at first!), and the only flaw is a missing grommet on the smallest belt hole (see in last photo). Skirt section has a gauze lining / petticoat. Photos were taken with a slightly fuller petticoat underneath (not included).
If you are looking for a 1950s dress that ticks all of the style boxes and that will make a statement at retro dressing events then you are in luck. This is also in a good modern size, and is very comfortable to wear for all seasons.
Label is the (adorable!)
Wendy the Heart of Fashion
Measures
20 inches pit to pit
Waist 28 inches
Length of skirt section 26 inches
Length at centre back 44 inches
