Below-knee to mid-calf length brown, checked, shirtwaist dress. The flared skirt is pleated into the waist over the hips at the front. There are two side seam pockets. Short sleeves have turn back cuffs. Buttons at the front to hip level. The fabric is 68% cotton, 32% acetate, so it would be nice and cool to wear. Made in the USA and bears the union label as shown, but there is no brand label. 1950s. 

Measurements

Small - Please be sure to check the back measurement, taken between the two sleeve seams, as this is where it's smallest.

• Fits bust 81-84 cm (32-33")
• Waist to 71 cm (28")
• Hips to 97 cm (38")
• Shoulders 37.5 cm (14.75")
• Back 34 cm (13.5")
• Sleeve 23 cm (9")
• Shoulder to waist 38 cm (15")
• Length 103 cm (40.5")

Condition

Good. Some seam stress at the side waist and a tiny hole at one sleeve seam, as shown.

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