Exquisite Original 1940s Vintage Floral Print Rayon Jersey Dress

This incredible dress was made in the 1940s from rayon jersey in a vibrant red, grey and olive floral print. The fabric skims the wearer’s curves beautifully, in the way only rayon jersey can, with that soft stretch that makes it so very comfortable to wear. The dress was cut in the classic hourglass silhouette of the period with padded shoulders and a nipped waist. Gathers at the shoulder line accentuate the V neckline and draw attention to the strong shape of the dress and rushing along the sleeves mirrors this detail. The dress fastens with a long original metal zipper at the front and a fabric tie belt nips in the waist. Inside, the dress is unlined and has a maker’s label for Carolyn of Paris and New York. 

Bust: 38-42”

Waist: 29” (tight 30”)

Hips: 38-42”

Length: 48”

The dress is in very good condition with only a few 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.