1960s Lord & Taylor Silk Floral Shirtwaister Dress
Truly stunning Silk dress from Lord & Taylor, a luxury department store in its day with its flagship store located in New York City. This beautiful dress has short sleeves and a metal zip front, hidden behind a placket.
The base is a very pale creamy peach with a vibrant pink floral print and it has its original belt.
The fabric quality is simply incredible, and it was clearly a treasured piece only worn for the most special of occasions!
Condition
Measurements and details
All vintage clothing is measured with the garment flat and measurements doubled for width. Please compare these measurements to a garment that fits you well as often there is very little or no give in vintage fabrics.
Bust: 40 inches
Waist: 31.5 inches
Hips: 42 inches
Sleeve cuff/opening 13 inches
Length from back neck inches
Our model, Miss Victoria, is 5'4"/162.5cm tall and wears a VV Size Bette (one size smaller than this dress).