DESCRIPTION: This paisley-print 1960s dress may seem simple, but when you see the detailing, you'll see that's an illusion. Features a swingy A-line skirt, dropped waist, and curvy princess seaming. The bodice detailing is wonderful: There are two diagonal seams across the front, with one having a small overlap with a very large decorative button faux closure. There are small shaping darts at the bust and shaping darts in back. Back metal zipper and hook & eye closures at neck. The background is a very deep dusk blue, and the paisley print is a dark purplish-fuschia color. The wool shell is bonded to an acrylic backing.

I can see this with some opaque stockings and 1960s' platform shoes!

No maker's label, but carries the 1963 to 1974 Union label.

SIZE: Not labeled; estimated a size large and best fit for a modern 12, possibly up to a 14. Please use the actual garment measurements below to determine fit.

* Bust: 39" to 41" (unstretched to comfortably stretched)
* Waist: 34" to 35" (as above)
* Hip: 42" to 43" (as above)
Shoulder to Shoulder: 16 1/4"
Dress Length from top of shoulder: 39"

* Measured flat on outside and doubled unless otherwise stated.

CONDITION: Very good. There are two small mends (see photo close-ups), where the wool was thin, but no holes (probably old pest activity, but dress has been thoroughly treated to prevent active issues). Clean and ready to wear. Priced to account.

This item is sold from a vintage boutique in York, Pa.