{"product_id":"amazing-1940s-brown-colour-block-dress","title":"1940s Colour Block Day Dress in Mocha, Cream \u0026 Dusty Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1940s Colour Block Day Dress in Mocha, Cream \u0026amp; Dusty Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautifully tailored 1940s day dress with striking colour block detailing in soft mocha brown, cream and dusty blue. Thoughtfully designed with a softly fitted waist, statement covered buttons and elegant front pleating, this piece captures the practical elegance of wartime and post-war dressing while feeling remarkably wearable today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clever use of colour blocking gives this dress a quietly modern feel, while details like the shaped pockets and softly structured silhouette make it endlessly flattering. A wonderful choice for everyday vintage wear, events, or anyone drawn to timeless tailoring with subtle design interest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra: 1940s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: Lightweight rayon faille with soft drape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign Details: Colour block bodice, covered button front, short sleeves with contrast cuffs, shaped pocket detailing, pleated skirt front\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilhouette: Fitted waist with softly flowing midi-length skirt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBust: 40”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaist: 29”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHips: 44”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 47”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good condition with only a few seam strains and some very slight underarm fade (less noticeable in real life than the photo). There’s also a mark as pictured. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the kind of 1940s dress that feels both distinctive and easy to wear. The sculptural colour blocking and soft earthy tones give it a refined, understated feel, while the tailored fit creates a beautifully flattering silhouette. Style with loafers for daytime, or dress it up with heels and a structured handbag for classic vintage elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShop now to add this beautifully preserved piece of 1940s fashion history to your wardrobe, and explore the rest of our carefully curated vintage collection.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4932\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Black Sheep Antiques","offers":[{"title":"With Dress Shields","offer_id":55578728464760,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0360\/1078\/6861\/files\/410A8E3F-A918-4A98-BC7A-39C128FAA260.jpg?v=1780297660","url":"https:\/\/blacksheepantiques.co.uk\/products\/amazing-1940s-brown-colour-block-dress","provider":"Black Sheep Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}