1940s Brown Satin Dress, M/L

Fabricated in a drapey brown rayon satin

Surplice sarong style dress, fixed at the waist (not a wrap), with a gorgeous draped half peplum.

High Neck

Strong padded shoulders (pads are easily removed if preferred)

Rows of shirring on the wearer’s front right shoulder and a single knife plat on the left. 

Waist seam

Thread loop belt loops and self covered belt (Ladycraft brand, size 20).

Fastens with a small metal toothed Talon size at the center back neck and another down the side seam.

Sleeve hems and the sweep, clean finished with rayon hem tape. Note the hem was taken down to it’s longest possible length and 3 rows of additional hem tape were added for a 1 3/4” blind hem

Maker: Unknown, Possibly home sewn.

Condition: Very good. Just a touch of minor bruising and a subtle light discoloration at the armholes. (see photos) Freshly soaked and line dried, arrives clean and ready to wear.

Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.

Vintage Size: Looks to best suit a modern M/L, please use measurements below.

Shoulder: No Defined Shoulder seam

Bust: 39”

Waist: 34.5”

Hip: 43” (9” below waist)

Sweep: 56”

Length from Shoulder to Waist: 17”

Length from Shoulder to Hem: 43”

Sleeve length: about 2” under arm. No armhole seam.

Sleeve Opening: 19”

Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip

Has not been clipped on model, but has been cinched with the belt at the waist.

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