Iconic Original 1930s Vintage Blue Geometric Print Silk Dress

This amazing day dress was made in the 1930s from vibrant blue silk with a wonderful geometric pattern. It was cut in the classic hourglass silhouette of the period with structured peaked shoulders and a fitted waist. The flattering V neckline is accentuated by pleating at the shoulders and the waist is highlighted through a wide yolk where the vertical line pattern has been angled horizontally instead. The skirt is delicately pleated below the waist seam to give it beautiful glow and movement. Seven fabric covered buttons fasten the dress at the back of the neck to add a wonderful period detail and there is an original metal zipper at the side. 

Bust: 36”

Waist: 25” (tight 26”)

Hips: 40”

Length: 43” plus 2” hem

The dress is in very good condition with only a few very minor flaws as pictured. 

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This garment is available to purchase with or without dress shields. These clever little contraptions have been made by our seamstress to an original 1940s pattern and can be simply attached to your garment by tack stitching at the corners of the underarm seam, pinning (we wouldn’t recommend that, it hurts if it goes wrong, so if you try this, it is at your own risk only) or inserting tiny poppers. They then stand ready to absorb any sweat and body odours as needed and you can simply detach and launder them instead of your garment, saving you a fortune in dry cleaning bills.

They are equally suitable for suits, blazers and dresses and come in pure white cotton.

They are universally sized and super easy to use even for a sewing novice as only a couple of tiny stitches are required at each side to secure them.

We sell Dress Shields as a standalone item or at a discount if you purchase them with a garment. We will select the appropriate type to match the garment you have purchased.