1970s Rose Taft Printed Velvet Maxi Dress
Fabricated in a bitter chocolate brown rayon velvet with a metallic gold and pink floral print.
Fully lined in a rayon lining.
Sheath silhouette with shaped fit darts from the bust to the low hip at the side seam.
Tuned down mock turtleneck collar
Fastens down center back with a Talon coil zipper and hooks and eyes on the back collar.
Full length sleeves fasten with a single snap on each wrist.
Long 17” side slit
2” hem clean finishes into lining
Maker: Rose Taft, sold through the Mildred Davis shop
Condition: Very good/excellent with minimal signs of wear. No stains or repairs. See photos. Freshly hand soake and line dried, arrives clean and ready to wear. (Best to dry clean for future washing unless you have a professional grade steamer at home.)
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 Small to a smaller medium (allow for ease) Please use measurements below.
Neck: 15.5”
Shoulder: 15”
Bust: 38”
Waist: 33”
Hips: 40”
Sweep: 44”
Length from Shoulder to hem: 52”
Sleeve length: 17” underarm 22.5” overarm
bicep: 12.5”
Sleeve Cuff Opening: 8”
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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