👋 A B O U T

A fantastic example of late 1940s novelty print dressing, this short-sleeve rayon dress is printed in deep magenta with an allover sea turtle motif rendered in black and white — bold, graphic, and distinctly of its moment. The turtles are drawn in a stylized, almost totemic manner, filling the ground with dense pattern that reads as sophisticated rather than whimsical. The silhouette is quintessentially 1940s: padded shoulders, nipped waist, and a slim midi skirt with dramatic hip-level draping that fans out in a sculptural cascade on both sides — a construction detail that required real skill to execute. Notched neckline, short set-in sleeves, and a back metal zipper closure. Unlined, with the fluid drape of quality rayon throughout. In excellent condition, freshly cleaned and ready to wear! 

✂️ M E A S U R E M E N T S

Bust: up to 36" 
Waist: up to 26"
Hips: up to 40"
Total Length: 47"

Fits like a small 

Label: none remaining 
Material: cold rayon  
Condition:  excellent, freshly dry cleaned and ready to wear. Minor signs of wear typical of age. 

All of our pieces are thoroughly inspected and repaired by our in house professional seamstress prior to shipping to ensure your garment is in ready to wear condition upon arrival. 

*Please compare measurements to a garment you currently own to ensure proper fit! Please note: most of our pieces are clipped to fit our dress forms (bust: 34" waist: 23")



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