This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Virginia.
30s/40s Rayon Embroidered Tap Shorts$78.00
Fabricated in a peachy keen rayon crepe de chine
Cut on the bias for that slinky fit
These are mostly hand stitched.
Waist facing is hand stitched.
Fastens with a small mother of pearl button on the waistband and a single mother of pearl in the center of the hip placket. The buttonholes are hand finished.
Hand finished french seams at the crotch
Hand finished binding along the hem
Side seams are machine stitched and the seams are pinked
Such a sweet little white appliqued flower (rose) with green satin stitched embroider on the leg
Maker: unknown
Condition: Very good. Two small spots on the wearer’s front left hip did not lift in the retro clean soak. (see photos). Freshly soaked and line dried, arrives clean and ready to wear.
Measurements: The measurements below are the actual measurements of the garment. Please allow for ease. Whenever possible the best way to insure a good fit is by comparing the measurements to that of a similar garment in your closet.
Looks to best suit a modern M/L, please use measurements below.
Waist: 30”
Hips: 44” (9” below waist)
Front Rise: 17 3/4”
Leg Opening: 32”
Outseam: 16”
Model is 5’3” with a 31” Bust, 25.5” waist and 36” low hip
Has not been clipped on model on the last 2 photos. (Has been clipped on all others to show desired fit.)
Proud Member of the Vintage Fashion Guild
This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in Virginia.
Color: Pink
Material: Rayon