Vintage Austrian raw silk dress. Featuring puff sleeves, fitted bodice, skirt gathered under the waistline with one pocket. Fastens with fabric cover buttons down the hip level. The bodice is lined and there are white cotton fabric patches attached to the inside of the armpits to prevent staining (can be removed). Made from soft and flowy raw silk fabric. Checked print in beautiful shades of lavender, burgundy, green, blue, teal and pink.
Fabric: assuming raw silk
Brand: Waffen Gibl St. Polten
Very good vintage condition
The modern size is recommendation only, please refer to measurements.
Recommended for size UK 8 – small 10 / S – small M or smaller depending on desired fit. Mannequin is size UK 6. Dress is pinned on the mannequin on some photos.
Approx. measurements (taken laid flat and doubled when applicable):
Bust: 35" / 88cm
Waist: 28" / 71cm
Shoulders: 12.5" / 32cm
Inner sleeve: 7" / 17cm
Length: 49.5"/ 125cm
Please keep in mind that vintage items are not new and some signs of wear are expected. Any faults which are not classed as usual vintage wear will be listed.