Gorgeous Original 1940s Vintage Sky Blue And Pink Magnolia Flower Print Day Dress pink The back of the neck

The back of the neck line features delicately shirred gathers to further enhance the shape of this gorgeous coat

It features classic 1930s design elements such as the gathered puff shoulders and panelling but with the strong shoulder padding commonly utilised in the 1940s

slim silhouette with wonderful draping at the bust and pleating to the shoulders which creates a slight puff to the sleeves

The matching skirt has a pretty pleated rear vent and fastens with a metal side zipper and top button closure

this piece is reminiscent of the classic shape defining suits of the 1940s with padded shoulders and a nipped waist

Gorgeous Original 1940s Vintage Sky Blue And Pink Magnolia Flower Print Day Dress pink The back of the neckThis stunning dress was made in the 1940s from sky blue cold rayon with a vibrant magnolia blossom print in shades of pink and purple. The dress was cut in the classic hourglass silhouette of the period with padded shoulders and a nipped waist. The small collar and V neckline lead to a single row of three buttons that fasten the dress at the bodice and turn up cuffs finish off the shirt sleeves beautifully. There is an original metal side zipper on