Late 40s to early 50s Cotton Polka Dot Dressing Gown
Fabricated in 100% cotton broadcloth in a vibrant blue with white polka dots.
Trimmed in a solid pink faille, possibly a cotton/rayon blend
Wide Shawl collar with contrast face
Full length sleeves with deep set armholes and contrast turned back cuffs
Bodice fitted with bust darts at waist
Fastens at waist with two covered buttons
Single pocket set into wearer’s right side seam
Flared skirt with knife pleats in the front
Interior seams are clean finished with binding
5 1/4” blind hem
Maker: Unknown. No labels. Likely home sewn
Condition: Good. Wearable but with flaws. There is wear/fray to the buttonholes. I have added a few stitches to reinforce. I have reinforced stitching along the armholes and repaired a few tiny stress holes along the seams. There is a tiny 2mm hole at the wearer’s right armhole. Small frayed spots and picks to fabric on wearer’s left armhole. See photos. Freshly hand soaked and line dried, arrives clean and ready to wear.
Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.
Size: Looks to best suit a modern Small. Please use measurements below.
Shoulder: 17.25”
Bust: 35”
Waist: 27”
Hips: 46”
Sweep: 89”
Length from Shoulder to Waist seam: 17” to bottom waist seam
Length from Waist seam to Hem: 56”
Sleeve length: 17” underarm 22.5” overarm
bicep: 15.5”
Sleeve Cuff Opening: 13”
Armscye: 27”
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on model
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
Fabricated in 100% cotton broadcloth in a vibrant blue with white polka dots.
Trimmed in a solid pink faille, possibly a cotton/rayon blend
Wide Shawl collar with contrast face
Full length sleeves with deep set armholes and contrast turned back cuffs
Bodice fitted with bust darts at waist
Fastens at waist with two covered buttons
Single pocket set into wearer’s right side seam
Flared skirt with knife pleats in the front
Interior seams are clean finished with binding
5 1/4” blind hem
Maker: Unknown. No labels. Likely home sewn
Condition: Good. Wearable but with flaws. There is wear/fray to the buttonholes. I have added a few stitches to reinforce. I have reinforced stitching along the armholes and repaired a few tiny stress holes along the seams. There is a tiny 2mm hole at the wearer’s right armhole. Small frayed spots and picks to fabric on wearer’s left armhole. See photos. Freshly hand soaked and line dried, arrives clean and ready to wear.
Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.
Size: Looks to best suit a modern Small. Please use measurements below.
Shoulder: 17.25”
Bust: 35”
Waist: 27”
Hips: 46”
Sweep: 89”
Length from Shoulder to Waist seam: 17” to bottom waist seam
Length from Waist seam to Hem: 56”
Sleeve length: 17” underarm 22.5” overarm
bicep: 15.5”
Sleeve Cuff Opening: 13”
Armscye: 27”
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on model
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
Fabricated in 100% cotton broadcloth in a vibrant blue with white polka dots.
Trimmed in a solid pink faille, possibly a cotton/rayon blend
Wide Shawl collar with contrast face
Full length sleeves with deep set armholes and contrast turned back cuffs
Bodice fitted with bust darts at waist
Fastens at waist with two covered buttons
Single pocket set into wearer’s right side seam
Flared skirt with knife pleats in the front
Interior seams are clean finished with binding
5 1/4” blind hem
Maker: Unknown. No labels. Likely home sewn
Condition: Good. Wearable but with flaws. There is wear/fray to the buttonholes. I have added a few stitches to reinforce. I have reinforced stitching along the armholes and repaired a few tiny stress holes along the seams. There is a tiny 2mm hole at the wearer’s right armhole. Small frayed spots and picks to fabric on wearer’s left armhole. See photos. Freshly hand soaked and line dried, arrives clean and ready to wear.
Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.
Size: Looks to best suit a modern Small. Please use measurements below.
Shoulder: 17.25”
Bust: 35”
Waist: 27”
Hips: 46”
Sweep: 89”
Length from Shoulder to Waist seam: 17” to bottom waist seam
Length from Waist seam to Hem: 56”
Sleeve length: 17” underarm 22.5” overarm
bicep: 15.5”
Sleeve Cuff Opening: 13”
Armscye: 27”
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on model
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
