A super vintage 1940s CC41 Utility Scheme blouse, a 'W&E Model' made from a slubby textured fabric which feels like a linen & rayon blend in a rose pink colour. It has an open neck with square collar & revers, padded shoulders, yoke with gathers at the front, short sleeves with applied cuff bands, a single chest pocket with faux flap, & is darted to fit the waist; the collar & false pocket flap are decorated with a squiggly soutache braid. It fastens with 4 mother-of-pearl buttons & has a large CC41 label at the neck. Please study the photographs carefully - they form an important part of the description.
Size: Suggested UK S/M Shown on a mannequin with a 36" bust. Please check measurements below: All measurements are external, taken with the garment laid flat, to be doubled where appropriate (with approx. metric equivalent): Bust: 19 1/2" (49.5cm) Waist: 16 1/2" (42cm) Shoulder width seam to shoulder seam: 15" (38cm) Width at hem: 17" (43.2cm) Sleeve length shoulder to cuff: 9 1/4" (23.5cm) Cuff opening: 5 1/2" (14cm) Length (base of collar at back to hem): 21 1/2" (54.6 cm)
Condition: In very good condition, with light wear overall - the shoulder pads are only lightly tacked in, having presumably been removed for laundering; you may wish to adjust &/or restitch them. Has been thoroughly steamed but not washed prior to listing.
I have a no returns policy - please check the above measurements and compare to a similar garment of your own before buying - no refund offered for items that don’t fit.
