Vintage 1950s Dress by Sandpipers Crisp Pure Linen Sheath Slip Original Model London MOD 14/16

$54.65 $109.30

Shipping to United States: $28.29

Fabulous late 1950s summer sheath dress in crisp pure linen. Large statement pockets st the hip and white cord embellishments at the neck and hem.
This was the top end of fashion style from the late 50s just as the boutiques were moving towards the MOD look.
Designed and made in London by Sandpipers Size 16 Originally purchased in August 1959
This is a beautiful unworn garment, perfect to team with a little cardigan, for Goodwood, or those special festivals and retro music nights.
It’s completely unworn, it’s clean, bright and bang on trend for today’s modernist look.

The measurements given are actual taken from seam to seam and re given as a guide. The belt is the models own

Guide size; 16
Length; 44”
Underarm to underarm; 44”
Waist; 38”
Hips; 44”
The garment in this listing is from a private fashion collection, it is not from a clothing warehouse, fabric reclamation unit or auction. I personally choose each item to ensure providence, and reliability of fabric and condition.

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