1940s White and Purple Rayon Floral Print Shirtwaister Dress pink_satin_slip cinching silhouette

cinching silhouette

modern resort wear or for a bride

warm ochre and blue and create a languid

I noted two very small areas where the fabric has been 'grazed' which blend in so well I had to go over the jacket 3 times before I spotted them

Labelled a vintage UK 10 or US 6 and fairly true to size

1940s White and Purple Rayon Floral Print Shirtwaister Dress pink_satin_slip cinching silhouetteThis unusual rayon crepe shirt dress dates to the 1940s. The purple and black print looks like tangled vines or electric static popping out on the rayon cloth against a bright white background. Tailored to a simple short sleeve, open collar shape, the flippy, lightweight skirt falls with soft pleating to the knee. The buttons running down the front add interesting detail, each crafted from pink purple sheer plastic and finished with a rhinestone in