Floral shirtwaist dress has a box pleated skirt, bodice pleated into a wide midriff band, full sleeves with a large inverted pleat and a large wide collar on the V neckline. Close with black and gold buttons to hip level. Fully lined. 100% rayon, with acetate lining. Mid-calf length. Brand is Adele Palmer - late 1980s.
Measurements
Small to Medium
- Bust 87 cm (34")
- Waist to 71 cm (28")
- Hips 92 cm (36")
- Shoulders 44.5 cm (17.5")
- Back 38.5 cm (15.25")
- Sleeve 28 cm (11")
- Shoulder to waist 46 cm (18")
- Length 113 cm (44.5")
Condition
Very good. A former owner has added an extra buttonhole at the neck, which is inexpertly worked by hand and runs horizontal instead of vertical like the other buttons. It has caused a slight catch.
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