Delightful Original 1940s Shirtwaister Dress Pale Apricot Floral Embroidered UK S/M 1960s knitwear Has been thoroughly steamed &

Has been thoroughly steamed & brushed prior to listing but not cleaned

Sleeve width at widest point (armpit level): 7" (17

and fantastic sleeves which are wide at the top & narrow at the cuff

Sleeve length underarm to cuff (fairly deep armholes): 16" (40

home made from a floppy linen/rayon blend Moygashel-type fabric with a delightful novelty print of geese (or ducks

Delightful Original 1940s Shirtwaister Dress Pale Apricot Floral Embroidered UK S/M 1960s knitwear Has been thoroughly steamed &A charming vintage 1940s rustic style shirtwaister dress, home made from soft cotton fabric in a pale apricot or orangey yellow colour & decorated with floral hand embroidery in green, brown & orange. Made in a very unusual style, the bodice has a V neck, applied strips which give a raglan sleeve effect with gathers on the inside, is gathered into the deep waistband, & has short sleeves; the 6 gore skirt is very full & flared, with pleats all round