1940s Palm Print Rayon Cotton Blend Shirt Dress, XS
Fabricated a rayon cotton blend linen look plain weave fabric with a subtle slubbed yarn. Very soft, very breathable.
Engineered palm print in white
Set in collar
Fastens down center front with green plastic buttons and a hook and eye at the waist and high hip
Small shoulder pads
Front bodice fitted with darts that release under the bust at the waist
Skirt fitted with pleats stitched close and released at the low hip.
1/4” blind hem. (Not the neatest stitching, but not noticable.
Raw/unfinished seams
Maker: Unknown. Possibly home sewn, but well made.
Condition: Very good. The bottom button is missing. There is a 1” repair to the back of the skirt. 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.
Size: looks to best suit a modern XS to a snug small. Please use measurements below.
Shoulder: 13.5”
Bust: 34”
Waist: 28”
Hip: 38”
Sweep: 50”
Length from Shoulder to Waist seam: 15 1/4”
Length from Waist seam to Hem:17 1/4”
Sleeve length: 1 1/4” underarm 7 1/4” overarm
Sleeve Opening: 12.5”
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on model
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