1950s vintage day dress with buttoned cowl neckline
back view, late 50s cotton day dress in geometric print
full view of 50s day dress sheath with big buttons and pockets
close up view of intricate geometric print in shades of aqua and purple
side view, short sleeved 50s day dress
label closeup - A Sue Brett Junior Dress
1950s vintage day dress with buttoned cowl neckline
back view, late 50s cotton day dress in geometric print
full view of 50s day dress sheath with big buttons and pockets
close up view of intricate geometric print in shades of aqua and purple
side view, short sleeved 50s day dress
label closeup - A Sue Brett Junior Dress

Women's 50s Print Summer Day Dress Aqua & Purple Vintage M VFG Floral Geometric

$ 84.00 Sale Save

This late 1950s day dress has loads of easy feminine charm. It has a fitted bodice with soft rolled collar. The short sleeves are dolman style. The straight skirt is set off with two inset banded pockets - there is a kickpleat in back for ease.

SIZE: No size label

 Measurements Inches Centimeters
Bust 39" 99
Waist 27" 68.5
Hips 39" 99
Bodice length from shoulder seam 15.25" 38.75
Skirt length 27" 68.5
Sweep 40" 101.5

FABRIC/COLORS: There is a lot of micro-detail in this print, using tiny floral and geometric motifs in a pattern that resembles plaid from a distance. There are two shades of turquois aqua, plus two shades or purple, against a white background. The fabric is a polished cotton, soft yet smooth.

TAGS: A Sue Brett Junior Dress

CLOSURES: Six large flat mother-of-pearl buttons down the front of the bodice, ending about 6" below the waist. There is a hook & eye at the waist, and a pair of snaps at the neckline, hidden by the buttoned roll collar. There are thread belt loops but no belt. I have shown the dress in some photos with a belt from my closet - it is not included with purchase.

CONDITION: I have repaired an open seam in the left rear armscye. No stains, holes, tears or other issues noted.