Vintage 1940s Abstract Pastel Print Pique Summer Dress

Raleigh Vintage

The sweetest 40s dress!  Lightweight, white cotton pique with a fun abstract print in green, pink, and purple.  Ruffle collar.  Princess seams to a slightly lower waist.  Gathered skirt.  Back tie.  It's so easy to wear for summer!  Slips on over the head with no additional openings (wartime thrift).
 


  • DETAILS:
    Label:  none; most probably homemade   
    Fabric:  Cotton pique    
    Circa:  1940s 

    BEST FITS:   S/M  (see measurements)

    CONDITION:  Overall very good.  The dress shows light, normal wear.  There are a few very small spotst, but they are hard to detect unless really looking for them (see photo for an example).  There may also be some extremely faint yellow spots in the gathering of the skirt (or it could be our eyes).  Priced Accordingly.  Sold AS IS.

  •  
    Shoulders:  15.5"
    Bust:  up to 34"   
    Waist:  up to 30" at natural waist (can be cinched with the tie belt)           
    Hip:  free 
    Bodice length:  15" to natural waist     
    Skirt length:  30" from natural waist
    SIZING INFORMATION

  • CARE:
    Dry clean.  Contact us if you need more detailed care instructions.

    SHIPPING:
    Rates are determined at the checkout and are based on weight and destination.  If, however, our shipping calculator's estimated rate is greater than the actual shipping costs, we will refund the overcharge.