Vintage NOS (new old stock) mid century 1950s women's blue, pink and yellow novelty print short sleeve dress. Made in an all over yellow, pink, aqua blue and black print over a darker blue cotton fabric with pink trim. The fabric has a slight sheen and crispness to it. The dress features a wide collar and closes with 4 large fabric covered pink trimmed buttons at the waist. Dress is unlined and has a single pocket on the right side.
It is excellent like new condition. The dress does not appear to have been worn and still has the original paper store tag from Gilchrists is still attached with a pin at the neck. Original price was $3.98.
Gilchrists was a moderate priced Boston, Massachusetts based department store chain in business from 1842 to 1977.
Has a size 18 label but vintage sizes don't equal modern sizing and are smaller. This is a larger sized dress and probably fits more like a modern US size 10/12, please see measurements below for an accurate fit.
Measurements
Shoulders: 16"
Sleeve Length: 7.5" long
Arm Hole: 8.5" wide
Bust: 40"
Waist: 33"
Hips: 48"
Top Length: 17"
Skirt Length: 29"
Total Length: 46" (shoulder to hem)
(Measurements were taken by laying dress and doubling the necessary widths)
This dress will be shipped in a box to protect it during shipment.
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