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retro 1940s dresses 1940s Junior Guild Original Swing Dress – Shrimpton Couture

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retro 1940s dresses 1940s Junior Guild Original Swing Dress – Shrimpton CoutureI love forties dresses and this little beauty is amazing! It may even be late thirties and the color alone is just outstanding this would have been hand dyed to get it to this color and for it to have survived all this time with no fading is amazing! The color was very hard to capture so I have included a swatch that matches the actual color pretty closely. A lot of well known designers were designing under the Youth Guild label and I wish we could

I love forties dresses and this little beauty is amazing! It may even be late thirties and the color alone is just outstanding - this would have been hand dyed to get it to this color and for it to have survived all this time with no fading is amazing! The color was very hard to capture so I have included a swatch that matches the actual color pretty closely. A lot of well known designers were designing under the Youth Guild label and I wish we could tell who did this beauty! The design is amazing! The fabric is cut mostly on the bias and I love the way the top portion buttons. The waist nips in and there are attached ties to cinch it further. The skirt is full and swingy and there are huge top set pockets on each hip. The fabric is a cotton linen mix with the texture and look of a fine linen. All hand finished. Just amazing and in excellent condition

Bust: to 19" flat across the back from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" from side seam to side seam
Hips: open
Bodice: 15.5" from shoulder seam to bottom waist seam including the 4" band
Skirt length: 25" from lower waist seam to bottom hem

Unlined and closes with a side painted metal zipper that looks to have been replaced sometime in the 1960s. There are a couple of small repairs - tiny - near the top of the zipper. The belt is attached. The buttons are original and have teeny chips on their edges.

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML

Item# D377

This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival

 

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Essential Black for the Musician
Color: Black, Size: Medium, Color: Black, Size: Medium
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★★★★★ 4
A Good Casual Shirt
Color: Wine Red, Size: Large
This shirt is just what I was looking for. A relatively cheap, casual button down for summer outings, brunches, and dinner. It fit well, but is a little slim around the waste so I would maybe size-up. I got a large and it feels more like a medium around the waste, but the length is good. The material is definitely cheap but cool enough for the summer, and more casual than some of my other button downs that I felt overdressed with. For the price you really can't complain. You don't have to worry about ruining it, but it looks high quality than it is.
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Comfortable Stretch Shirt with a Clean, Fitted Look for Everyday Wear
Color: Black, Size: Large
This short sleeve button-down shirt is made from a lightweight fabric with a soft texture and noticeable stretch, giving it a flexible and easy-to-wear construction. The material drapes cleanly and maintains a structured appearance during regular use. The fit is tailored with a more defined cut through the chest and sleeves, creating a streamlined silhouette. The fabric holds its shape well and shows limited wrinkling compared to heavier woven materials, helping it maintain a neat appearance over time. Stitching and construction appear solid, with consistent button alignment and secure seams throughout. The collar retains its structure after repeated wear, and the overall build quality remains stable after multiple uses and washes. The fabric composition allows for a lighter overall feel, and the design works well across different styling combinations depending on the setting. Overall, it is a well-constructed button-down shirt with a tailored fit, flexible fabric design, and consistent build quality suitable for regular use.
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