Vintage 1940s CC41 Shirtwaister Dress Orange White Novelty Print UK S/M Patriotic & the dress fastens down

& the dress fastens down the back with a painted metal 'Crown' zip

delicate cotton floral lace panels

The floral section has a V neck & long

It fastens at the side with poppers & a hook/eye

has a boat or slash neckline with tucks at either side

Vintage 1940s CC41 Shirtwaister Dress Orange White Novelty Print UK S/M Patriotic & the dress fastens downA striking vintage 1940s "Helen Bond" CC41 Utility Scheme labelled shirtwaister dress, made from a drapey linen rayon blend Moygashel fabric with a baroque novelty print of foliate swirls in burnt orange on a white with a hint of blue background. The bodice has a huge pointed collar with ric rac edge trim, gathers at the shoulders & darts at the waist, short sleeves with turn back cuffs , & opens to the waist with dark orange early plastic buttons;