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Fab Pin Up Girl clothing dress with red rose print covering it. Lovely slightly stretchy cotton sateen.

I believe this dress is called the Birdie 



Missing its size tag- but its an XS I think.
Bust: 32in
Waist: 24in
Length: 40in

Approx a UK 6. The dress does have some stretch but (in my opinion) the zip is a poor quality one, so I would not recommend this for any larger. Some light marks. Never worn by me but it was 2nd hand when I bought it. Would benefit a clean. 


A little bit about me!

 My name is Liz and I am the lady behind Advantage In Vintage. I have been collecting vintage clothing for over ten years (and selling it for nearly as long). My personal collection focuses on pieces from the 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s although I will quite often step outside this parameter when something has a particularly interesting print (I love a novelty design)! Via Advantage In Vintage I sell garments and accessories from Victorian to Modern. If I think it is interesting enough I will sell it! Items from my extensive vintage collection have featured in a number of books including Vintage Fashion Complete.

 

I am currently studying for an AHRC funded PHD in fashion history at the University of Brighton. I’m something of a study-aholic and in 2014 I completed my MA in History of Design at the RCA. My dissertation focused upon my passion for Fashion History entitled ‘London Before it Swung: British ready-to-wear under the Model House Group and Fashion House Group 1946-66.'

 

I’ve also previously worked as a museum curator running a local history museum in Surrey and as a research assistant at the V&A. I have a real passion for research and will often put tons of research into finding out the history of my pieces that I sell.

 

My passion for vintage has led me to write two books Style Me Vintage: Accessories and Style Me Vintage: 1940s both published by Pavilion.

 

I sell not only items from my own collection, but I also often sell for other people. Many items come from the collection of Naomi Thompson distinguished stylist and all round amazing lady of second-hand. Naomi is author of Style me vintage: Clothes and was my co-author for Style Me Vintage: Accessories (we have even featured together in a Korean Guide Book to London)

 

Depending on parcel weight parcels might be posted by courier (MyHermes) or Royal Mail. Please note: I aim to send out parcels within 24hrs of payment, but if I have a particularly busy week it may take up to 4 working days for an item to be posted. If the item you are purchasing sells for over £100 the item will be sent special delivery so please wait for an invoice.  

 

Please note: I am not a shop, I run my ebay business totally in my free time- sometimes when I am busy with uni it will take me a few days to get back to messages etc for this reason.

 

I am happy to combine on postage. Please wait for an invoice.

 

Most items are styled with petticoats underneath. These are not included in the sale.

 

Items may be pegged or pinned to mannequin to show fit more accurately.

 

Photographs may be lightened/ darkened to try and show garments to their best advantage, I will always try and mention if the colour in the pictures is not quite right.

 

 Most of the items I sell are vintage, this means they will not be like new items and show some age, but where possible I will always mention problems. I make every effort to describe any noticeable flaws or issues that affect the appearance or function of a garment. Therefore, all vintage items are sold as-is. Items will often have been stored for a while, so may have a musty scent- if this is particularly bad I will mention it (as a general rule if something is cotton or has a care label it will have been washed before sale)

 

I will accept all types of payment inc. cheque and postal order, just let me know!  I expect payment within 5 days, if this will be a problem please ask, I don't mind waiting longer just so long as I know. If payment has not been received within 5 days an unpaid item case will be opened.

 

 I ship worldwide.

 

I do not accept returns unless goods have been grossly mis-represented. Returns are NOT accepted if garments do not fit or if the buyer simply changes their mind. The buyer pays return postage.    

 

Good luck and happy bidding

 

 Liz Tregenza

 

Please note I work hard to take all of the pictures you see here. I fully understand that people often buy from me with the intention to sell on but please DO NOT reuse my images (or copy my description) without asking. 

 

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