- 80s does 30s Dress
- Size Small
- Shown displayed on my size small dress form, and it’s a good fit.
- I took this 1980’s era peplum pencil dress and completely restyled the bodice to give it a 1930s / 1940s feel. It’s a v neckline, with ruching on the shoulders, and pleating on the bust now, giving it a more tailored and feminine look. I added darting at the waist, to accent the figure, giving it a true hourglass silhouette. In the back, I added hand stitched smoking in the center of the back, with seating for a “fan” effect in the center of the back. The bottom of the dress is all original, with a pencil skirt silhouette, and two layers of oversized ruffled peplum. It’s short sleeved, with puffs.
- The fabric is a crepe style polyester that has a dark moody floral, in shades of blues, teals and white for a whimsical / whimsigoth style.
- What makes this special: All of my work is hand stitched, and gives this a true handmade effect.
- Condition: Excellent preloved condition, with no flaws or damages to note. All restyling is done by hand stitching. Freshly washed and ready to wear.
- Measurements: please compare to your best fitting items at home to ensure a good fit!
- Bust: 36“ ( 18” from pit to pit)
- Shoulder to shoulder: 12”
- Arm hole: 9“
- Sleeve length: 12“
- Waist: 26”
- Hips: 38”
- Shoulder to waist: 15”
- Skirt Length: 28”
- Total Length: 43”
- Hem: 18” across
- Weight: 10 oz
- Aesthetic keywords: art deco, ww2, 1940s, 40s, day dress