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vintage 1930's dressSHEER PINK 1930'S DRESS

Such a beautiful 1930's dress.
Light peachy pink color
. Feels like silk crepe.
Ruffles decorate the bodice and waist.
Pretty flower detail at center front.
Billowy puff sleeves.
Opens with metal side snaps.

Note - There's a stain on the front ruffle, which is slightly hidden under the flower (see photos). Some stressed seams.
CONDITION:
Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 35" Waist - 28" Hips - 38" Length - approx 61"
PRICE: $200
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1920's flapper dress

1920'S PINK FLAPPER DRESS

Absolutely fabulous 1920's dress!
Pretty pink voile with rows of ecru lace
.
Ruffled lace sleeves, collar, front panel and hem.
Decorative seams on back.
No closures, dress slips over head. No Label.

Note - Several tiny pin sized holes, and a few scattered marks (see photos).
Dress is in amazing condition for its age!
CONDITION:
Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 35" Waist - 38" Hips - 42"
Length - approx 41" Sleeves - 7"
PRICE: $500
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white 1930's dress

WHITE ORGANDY 1930'S GOWN

What a beautiful 1930's gown!
White crisp sheer organdy
.
Fabric is decorated with a floral pattern.
Ruffles around collar and puff sleeves.
Metal snap closures up the side.

No Label.
Note - A few small spots of age discoloration, not too obvious.
CONDITION:
Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 38" Waist - 29" Hips - 38"
Length - approx 55"
PRICE: $150
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vintage 1940's dress

BLACK VELVET 1940'S DRESS

Absolutely gorgeous forties dress!
Soft black velvet.
Cap sleeves.
Neck opening is styled with 6 decorative rhinestone buttons.
Pretty mandarin style collar closes with a hook & eye.
Small shoulder pads. Side metal zipper closure.
Two front pockets. No Label.

Note - Dress has belt loops, but no belt. Eye at collar opening looks to have been replaced.
CONDITION: Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 34" Waist - 27" Hips - up to 38"
Length - approx 41"
PRICE: $140
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vintage 1940's dress

BLACK 1940'S GOWN

Fabulous film noir style 1940's dress!
Gorgeous layered rayon gown with naturally frayed edges.
Elegant square neckline. Short sleeves and shoulder pads.
Side metal zipper closure. V opening at bottom center front of skirt.
Gown was beautifully designed to hang shorter in the front than in back. No Label.

Note - A few pinholes and loose stitches. One tiny tear at left arm edge (see 4th photo).
Not too noticeable due to the naturally frayed edges of the fabric.
CONDITION: Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 36" Waist - 26" Hips - up to 36"
Length - approx 57" from top of shoulder to front bottom hem.
PRICE: $150
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vintage 1940's pinafore

NOVELTY PRINT 1940'S PINAFORE

The most adorable 1940's pinafore dress!
Cute multi-colored novelty print of houses and flowers
.
Feels like a cotton blend. Square neckline.
Two small front pockets.
Opens with a center front metal zipper closure.
No Label.
Blouse not included.
Note - Repair near bottom hem. Not too obvious as it blends into the print (see photos).
CONDITION: Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 34" Waist - 26.5" Hips - 36"
Length - approx 39"
PRICE: $90
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vintage 1940s evening dress

1940'S WHITE TAFFETA GOWN

What a glamorous dress!
Flowing white taffeta with sequined black ric rac trim.
Ruching up the sleeves. Dress shields inside the underarm.
Cute matching decorative black flower pin.
Metal zipper closure up the side.
No Label.

Note - A couple light marks near bottom hem (see photos). Only noticeable upon close inspection. Some tiny pinholes under flower.
CONDITION:
Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 36" Waist - 28" Hips - open Length - approx 58"
PRICE: $200
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taffeta 1940's dress

TURQUOISE 1940's TAFFETA GOWN

Stunning 1940's floor length evening gown.
Beautiful light blue/green color.
Puff sleeves and sweetheart neckline. Small shoulder pads.
Pretty bow in the center back. Gathered skirt.

Side metal zipper closure.
No Label.
Note - Very slight discoloration from age/storage. A few tiny marks on dress (see photos).
CONDITION: Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 35-36" Waist - 27" Hips - open
Length - approx 59.5"
PRICE: $100
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ruched 1940's dress

BLUE GATHERED 1940's DRESS

Gorgeous deep blue crepe cocktail dress.
Small shoulder pads and 3/4 length dolman sleeves.
Ruching up the center front of dress with beautiful gathering at the back of skirt (see photos). Tie at the top of bodice with unique collar detail.
Closes with a center back metal zipper.
No Label.
Note - There is very slight fading under the arms.
CONDITION: Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 36" Waist - 29" Hips - 37" Length - 46.5"
Sleeves measure 23.5" long from collar seam. Bottom of sleeves are approx 7 3/4" around.
PRICE: $100
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vintage 40s swing dress

1940's NAVY BLUE SWING DRESS

Magnificent navy blue swing dress. Rayon crepe.
Beautiful and unique asymmetrical draped design.
Full accordion pleated skirt perfect for dancing.

Comes with a belt, but it may not be original as it is a shade lighter than dress.
Closes with a center back metal zipper as well as small metal sleeve zippers.
No Label.
Note - There are tears to the inside draping which are not visible when worn. Very small hole on left shoulder, not too noticeable as lining underneath disguises it.
CONDITION: Very Good
SIZE: Bust - 38" Waist - 30" Hips - open Length - 46" Sleeves - 32" from neck to wrist.
PRICE: $75
SOLD

 

lilac vintage 1940's dress

1940's LILAC WRAP DRESS

Elegant lilac colored 40's dress.
Wrap style fitted bodice.
Bodice closes with a metal snap.
Dolman sleeves.
Waistband detailed with top stitching.
Side metal zipper.
No Label.

CONDITION: Excellent
SIZE: Bust - 34" Waist - 26" Hips - open Length - 47"
PRICE: $120
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green vintage 1940's dress

1940's GREEN TAFFETA GOWN

Absolutely stunning light green taffeta evening gown.
Beautiful detailed embroidery over netting at bust/neckline.
Fitted bodice with gathered skirt.
Short sleeves.
Side metal zipper.
No Label.
Note - There are a few minor issues with this dress. Please see photos.

CONDITION: Good
SIZE: Bust - 39" Waist - 27" Hips - open Length - 58"
PRICE: $40
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