Vintage 1940s Fuchsia Crepe Blouse Gold Sequin Sleeve UK S/M
Vintage 1940s Fuchsia Crepe Blouse Gold Sequin Sleeve UK S/M
An eye-catching vintage 1940s blouse, made from rayon crepe fabric in a vibrant fuchsia shade & embellished with appliquéd gold braid, pearly sequins & sparkly rhinestones in an epaulette & squiggly pattern on the shoulders. It is collarless with a round neck, has long slim sleeves with popper-fastened cuffs, is darted to fit at the waist & fastens with 9 self-covered buttons.
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
All measurements are external, taken with the garment laid flat, to be doubled where appropriate (with approx. metric equivalent):
Bust: 18 1/2" (4& cm)
Waist: 14 3/4" (37.5cm)
Width at hem: 18" (45.7cm)
Shoulder width seam to shoulder seam: 15 1/2" (39.3cm)
Sleeve length shoulder seam to cuff: 24" (61cm)
Sleeve width at widest (armpit level): 6 5/8" (16.8cm)
Cuff: 3 5/8" (9.2cm)
Length nape to hem: 21 1/2" (54.6 cm)
Condition:
In very good condition overall - there is subtle fading across the shoulders & down the sleeves (not apparent when worn but visible when laid flat comparing to the body) - some missing sequins & rhinestones, please study the photos - on close examination, a few subtle snags or weave defects on the mid-left back & some other tiny scattered surface snags.
Has been carefully hand washed and steamed prior to listing.
Returns:
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.
Further information & photos on request.