Vintage Late 1940s Marie Phillips Winter Dress

Raleigh Vintage

This late 1940s dress is made from lightweight wool (blend?) jersey with a diagonal stripe in shades of brown.  Gusseted dolman sleeves.  Double breasted bodice.  Full,  pleated A-line skirt with tons of movement.  Closes with front bodice buttons and snap waist.  Unlined. 

NOTE:  this lovely dress was photographed with a crinoline, not included.

 

DETAILS

Label:  Original Marie Phillips

Best fits:  M (see measurements)

Circa:  Late 1940s / early 1950s

Fabric:  Wool jersey

Condition:  Overall excellent.  The dress shows light, normal wear, but no issues to note.

 

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MEASUREMENTS 

Shoulders:  approximately 16"  (38 cm)

Bust:  up to 37"  (up to 84 cm)

Waist:  up to 27.5"  (up to 66 cm)

Bodice length:  17"  (40.5 cm)

Skirt length:  30"  (75 cm)

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