1970s Purple Bias Stripe Velour Dress XS as is
Dates to the late 1970s to early 80s ( attached ad is from 1979 and shows a boatneck velour top of the same construction)
Fabricated in 75/25 Cotton/poly blend velour in purple with burgundy blue and grey bias stripes
Rib knit trims at neck and sleeve cuffs
Boatneck
Elastic waist seam
Original cotton braided belt included.
11.5” side slit
2 3/4” hem
Maker: Whateverwear Inc. (RN 51574) Maker label was removed by previous owner. Care label still present.
Condition: Good. 3 Spots on wearer’s right sleeve at the forearm did not lift in wash. Still such a cute dress. See photos. Freshly dry cleaned, 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: 6. Not modern sizing. Looks to best suit a modern XS (see shoulder) Please use measurements below.
***Shoulder: 13”
Bust: 37”
Waist: 23” stretches to 38”
Hips: 40”
Sweep: 43
Length from Shoulder to Waist seam: 16.5” to bottom waist seam
Length from Waist seam to Hem: 27.25”
Sleeve length: 20” underarm 25.25” overarm
bicep: 11.5”
Sleeve Cuff Opening: 5” stretches to 7”
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on model
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
Dates to the late 1970s to early 80s ( attached ad is from 1979 and shows a boatneck velour top of the same construction)
Fabricated in 75/25 Cotton/poly blend velour in purple with burgundy blue and grey bias stripes
Rib knit trims at neck and sleeve cuffs
Boatneck
Elastic waist seam
Original cotton braided belt included.
11.5” side slit
2 3/4” hem
Maker: Whateverwear Inc. (RN 51574) Maker label was removed by previous owner. Care label still present.
Condition: Good. 3 Spots on wearer’s right sleeve at the forearm did not lift in wash. Still such a cute dress. See photos. Freshly dry cleaned, 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: 6. Not modern sizing. Looks to best suit a modern XS (see shoulder) Please use measurements below.
***Shoulder: 13”
Bust: 37”
Waist: 23” stretches to 38”
Hips: 40”
Sweep: 43
Length from Shoulder to Waist seam: 16.5” to bottom waist seam
Length from Waist seam to Hem: 27.25”
Sleeve length: 20” underarm 25.25” overarm
bicep: 11.5”
Sleeve Cuff Opening: 5” stretches to 7”
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on model
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
Dates to the late 1970s to early 80s ( attached ad is from 1979 and shows a boatneck velour top of the same construction)
Fabricated in 75/25 Cotton/poly blend velour in purple with burgundy blue and grey bias stripes
Rib knit trims at neck and sleeve cuffs
Boatneck
Elastic waist seam
Original cotton braided belt included.
11.5” side slit
2 3/4” hem
Maker: Whateverwear Inc. (RN 51574) Maker label was removed by previous owner. Care label still present.
Condition: Good. 3 Spots on wearer’s right sleeve at the forearm did not lift in wash. Still such a cute dress. See photos. Freshly dry cleaned, 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: 6. Not modern sizing. Looks to best suit a modern XS (see shoulder) Please use measurements below.
***Shoulder: 13”
Bust: 37”
Waist: 23” stretches to 38”
Hips: 40”
Sweep: 43
Length from Shoulder to Waist seam: 16.5” to bottom waist seam
Length from Waist seam to Hem: 27.25”
Sleeve length: 20” underarm 25.25” overarm
bicep: 11.5”
Sleeve Cuff Opening: 5” stretches to 7”
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on model
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
