1970s Beet Red Cape Dress

Fabricated in rich Beet red sheer poly knit with a subtle swiss dot pattern

Fully lined (except for the front and back yokes)

Ruffled collar ties at center back. This is the only closure.

Ruffled cape set into yokes

Sleeveless

Comfortable elastic waist

Maxi length

1/8” baby hem

Maker: Unknown

Union Label: 1975-92 red, white and blue ILGWU AFL-CIO

Condition: Very good. There are the fainted black marks that have lightened in each of the two Retro clean soaks. Strange diagonal creases across the front skirt that did not steam out. 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/S, please use measurements below.

Shoulder: 13.5”

Bust: 34-36"

Waist: 22” comfy to about 28” (will stretch to about 36” to pull over shoulders)

Length from Shoulder to Waist: 13.5”

Length from Shoulder to Hem: 58”

Sweep: 176”

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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