1940s Tan Crepe Day Dress With Printed Shirt Insert

1940s Cinnamon Brown Crepe Day Dress with Mock Shirt Insert

A clever piece of 1940s design trickery: this dress is cut in warm cinnamon-brown crepe, with a contrast mock shirt insert in cream and brown floral print peeking through a deep V neckline — giving the look of a blouse layered beneath. Gently gathered shoulders lead into a ruched, fitted waist and a softly flared skirt, with elegant three-quarter sleeves completing a beautifully flattering silhouette.

Features

• Era: 1940s
• Material: Crepe
• Design Details: Deep V neckline with contrast floral mock shirt insert, gathered shoulders, ruched fitted waist yolk, three-quarter sleeves, softly flared skirt
• Silhouette: Fitted, ruched waist with gathered bodice and flared skirt
• Fastening: Original metal side zipper

Measurements

• Bust: 42”
• Waist: 32”
• Hips: 42”
• Length: 44” plus 2” hem

Condition

Very good condition with only a few flaws as pictured. The shirt insert is attached with poppers so can be removed easily to launder. 

Why You’ll Love It

This is a dress that shows off the inventive tailoring 1940s designers were known for — the mock shirt insert is a wonderfully clever detail that adds interest without bulk, while the ruched waist flatters beautifully. A genuinely versatile piece for anyone who wants their vintage wardrobe to include something a little more unusual.

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