80s 90s Purple Peplum Vintage Dress 20s Middy Sailor Inspired Medium Sabino VFG
I believe this dress is 80s, and it is such an interesting blend of inspirations, from 1920s sailor-inspired middy to 1940s strong shoulder day dress. The bodice is styled with wide rounded neckline and oversized bermuda collar, set off by two rows of thin black braid. The collar center is accented by a faux black tie. Shoulders are padded and three quarter length sleeves are puffed at the top. Most of the set-in waist is elasticized for custom fit. The straight skirt is topped by a knife pleated peplum, also trimmed with the rows of black braid. The back of the skirt has a slit for ease in walking.
SIZE: Labeled size 10
| Measurements | Inches | Cm |
| Shoulders | 16.5" | 42 |
| Bust | 40" | 101.5 |
| Waist | 28-32" | 71 - 81 |
| Hips | 40" | 101.5 |
| Bodice length from shoulder seam | 16.5 | 42 |
| Skirt length | 27.5" | 70 |
| Sweep | 39.5" | 100.5 |
FABRIC/COLORS: Heathered magenta, medium weight fabric that looks a bit like homespun up close, but not harsh to touch. It is a rayon/poly blend. Machine wash or dry clean according to tag. Flat corded trim and faux tie are black.
TAGS: Sabino, made in USA
CLOSURES: A long nylon zipper in back. The dress is shown in some photos with a black leather belt from my closet - it is not included with purchase.
CONDITION: No stains, holes, tears or other issues noted.
I measure the outside of garments, unless stated otherwise.
For menswear, the chest is measured at armpit level.
For womenswear, the bust is measured a little below armpit level, including the room created by darts or gathers.
Waist will be measured if there is one, and hips are measured about 9" below waist level. Sleeves are measured from shoulder seam or an approximation in the absence of a shoulder seam. Garment length is measured from the back of the neck, unless otherwise stated.
The measurement numbers refer to the garment, not the body inside. For best fit, measure a similar type of garment which fits you well and compare.
If the garment is shown on Josephine, my mannequin, her measurements are 31/24.5/34". Sometimes she wears a padded bra. My live models measurements vary depending on the day and year, and I don't ask them to share that.