1940s Yellow Floral Zip Front Day Dress with Ric Rac Trim - Deadstock

1940s Yellow Floral Zip Front Day Dress with Ric Rac Trim

Bright, cheerful, and full of everyday charm, this late 1930s to early 1940s zip-front day dress captures the optimistic spirit of wartime-era fashion. Cut in a joyful sunny yellow floral cotton, it features a flattering fitted waist, softly puffed sleeves, practical pockets, and crisp white ric-rac trim that highlights the zip front and sleeve edges beautifully. An easy piece to wear, equally suited to vintage styling or modern summer dressing.

Features 

• Era: Late 1930s to early 1940s
• Material: Loose weave cotton
• Design Details: Zip-front fastening, tiny ditsy floral print in blue, red and white, white ric-rac trim, short puff sleeves, side pockets
• Silhouette: Fitted bodice with softly flared skirt and defined waist
• Label: Bill Sims Togs with original paper shop labels still present

Measurements

Bust: 38”

Waist: 30”

Hips: 40”

Length: 42 1/2” plus 1 1/2” hem 

Condition

Excellent unworn condition with original paper shop labels still present. Some of the inner seams have been subsequently overlocked to prevent fraying. 

Why You’ll Love It

This is the kind of 1940s day dress that instantly lifts a wardrobe. The vibrant yellow colour and playful floral print make it perfect for spring and summer, while the practical zip front and pockets keep it wonderfully wearable. Style with sandals for sunny days or layer with a cardigan for an effortless vintage-inspired look.

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