1970s St John Knits Dress with Cardigan

Dates to the early to mid 70s

Fabricated the signature wool/rayon blend Santana yarn in Della Robbia blue with a Springy Green (close to Pantone’s Tender Shoots) and white diamond pattern and border.

3 piece set includes dress. belt and cardigan

The sleeveless dress features a scooped neck with a ribbed sleeve and neckline

Dropped waist

4 panel flared skirt seams along princess lines only for a smooth hip

Decorative knit pattern along the sweep.

Matching short sleeve cardigan, featuring ribbed border along the neck opening and sleeves is included

Original self belt with gold toned “SJ” logo buckle is included

Maker: St John Knits for Saks Fifth Avenue

Condition: Very good/ excellent. Very minimal signs of wear. See photos. Freshly hand soaked and dried flat, 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 Small. Please use measurements below.

Dress

Shoulder: 15.75”

Bust: 34” relaxed (stretches to 40”)

Waist: 31” relaxed (stretches to 37-38”)

Dropped waist: 29” (stretches to about 34”)(measured 18” below shoulder)

Hips: 36” (stretches to about 42”) (measured 24” below shoulder)

Sweep: 64”

Length from Shoulder to Dropped Waist: 18”

Length from Shoulder to Hem: 43”

Belt: 1.5” Wide x 27” Long ( seam allowance in back allows adjustment for a larger size)

Jacket (No fasteners, hangs open)

Bust: 36”

Sweep: 28.5”

Length: 20 1/4” Shoulder to hem

Sleeve length: 2” underarm 7” overarm

Sleeve Opening: 10”

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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