Look charming, with this vintage 1950's cuckoo clock dress, by Charm Craft...
This dress came along with a lot of items that were once for sale in a sundries store outside Philly. When the family closed shop in the late 1950's, everything went into storage until 50 years later, when I acquired the items. This is one of the last pieces left (I still have yards of cotton fabric for sale as well, you may peruse our Sewing section to find these), it was placed in my personal collection but, alas, I have never worn it, so it is still technically new! It was washed, however, due to storage dust and unfortunately lost a bit of paint from the button centers. It's a fabulous, classic shirtdress style frock, made from a super (like, really) lightweight woven cotton fabric. The silhouette features a fitted bodice with a semi-circular skirt. The white fabric used at the collar, cuffs, and hip pocket flaps have an exceptionally unique detail that I've only seen a few times (from this same brand, Charm Craft), of a textured pattern that has been permanently imprinted into this fabric! My favorite detail is, of course, the wonderful conversation-style print of Black Forrest style cuckoo clocks and tiny flowers, all on a black ground color (which is also somewhat unusual). The center front features a button-down closure with thin black buttons that have had their centers painted off-white. The original belt is also present - a thick piping, rope style. The only label reads 'Charm Craft, Cotton Frocks, Size 14'. The overall condition is excellent to near mint, with one small area of anomaly at the upper skirt/waist, some paint chipped from buttons during hand washing, and there are some light grey marks at the sleeves. Please see the photographs for full details*.
*Please note: a lightweight crinoline or petticoat was used in photographing this dress, see last full dress photo to see without the petticoat underneath.
Measurements:
- 15.5" across from shoulder to shoulder
- 4" sleeve length
- 36" bust
- 30" waist
- 40" hips
- 44" total length from shoulder to hem
Feel free to contact me with any questions or inquiries!
♥,
Miss Master
This item is sold from an excellent, highly rated vintage boutique in New York, New York.
