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Vintage 1960s Purple and Blue Floral Drop-Waist Cotton Linen Short Sleeve Dress with Inverted Pleat - Sz. S/M
Vintage 1960s Purple and Blue Floral Drop-Waist Cotton Linen Short Sleeve Dress with Inverted Pleat - Sz. S/M
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DESCRIPTION: Step into a swirl carefree charm with this vintage 1960s drop‑waist dress in the dreamiest shades of purple and blue. Made from a breathable, high-quality, cotton-linen like fabric. The short fluttery sleeves keep things easygoing and breezy, while the inverted pleat adds just the right amount of swing and sass when you move. With its bold floral print and classic mod‑era silhouette, this dress is equal parts playful and polished—perfect for turning an ordinary day into a vintage moment.
HISTORY: The drop‑waist dress is defined by a lowered waistline that sits at or near the hips, creating a long, straight silhouette. It rose to prominence in the 1920s, when women’s fashion shifted away from corsets and rigid tailoring toward comfort and freedom of movement. Popularized by many high-end, well-known designers, the style reflected modern lifestyles—dancing, working, and social independence—and became closely associated with the flapper era.
By minimizing the natural waist and emphasizing clean lines, the drop‑waist dress symbolized a break from tradition and a new, liberated femininity. Though its popularity waned after the 1920s, the silhouette has reappeared in later decades, making it a lasting icon of fashion history and social change.
DATE: Circa 1960s
CONDITION: This item is in overall excellent, gently worn, vintage condition. Some light surface marks. Please see photos as they do act as part of the item description. There is some lovely weight overall to the drape of this garment.
CARE: Dry clean for best results
LABEL: None
MEASUREMENTS: I would call this a size S/M . In place of an actual shoulder seam this dress was cut with a natural bend. This is a dress that pulls over the head. There is no stretch to the fabric, so please keep this mind. With it being a shift style, it is quite roomy in the width for dressing. As usual please refer to the below measurements for best fit.
LAYING FLAT / NOT DOUBLED / NOT STRETCHED
Shoulder seam to shoulder seam width: 15 - 19 inches wide for best fit
Armpit seam to armpit seam width: 21.5 inches wide
Armpit hole length: 9.5 inches long
True Waist width: 19.5 inches wide
Lower hip width: 20.5 inches wide
Length of garment from shoulder seam to hem: 27.5 inches long
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FAQs
- ALL SALES ARE FINAL / I do not accept cancellations.
- ACCIDENTAL purchases are not an acceptable reason for refund or cancellation.
- MY PROMISE: I have tried to be as through and as candid as possible with my measurements, photos & description provided in each listing. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me - I'll always do my best to help.
- PRODUCT COLOUR: I have a background in digital colour imaging and do my best to get the item photos as close to the real life colour as possible. It’s a process I take seriously and do with much care. With that said, when buying from a digital source, slight variations in colour from monitor, to phone screen, to real life, to photo studio are a reality that is unavoidable and should be taken into account before purchasing. If you have any questions regarding colour please contact me prior to check out. I’m happy to assist. I also try to describe the colours as much as possible within each items detail and description area above.
- ITEM CONDITION: Vintage and antique items by their very nature have some wear, imperfections, and signs of age/time. This is what gives them their character, charm, and collectability. Although I list items in overall excellent vintage condition, items may have some minor surface marks that you would expect with vintage. These DO NOT - in any way in my experience or opinion - spoil or adversely affect the look or use of the item. I understand that the quality standard of each customer may differ from time to time so I do suggest if you require further info or additional photos please ask for them and I'd be happy to provide them. The photos provided in each listing act as part of the item description so please pay close attention to them. I prefer to focus on the beauty of a vintage piece and the life left in it, rather than the focusing on every small blemish it may hold. With that said, if something is damaged or has a major flaw I would note these things, same goes for if something is in pristine or impeccable condition, I would also state this. Otherwise I assume my buyers understand that vintage items will most of the time have some wear and tear attached.
- CLEANING: Additional cleaning of furs, outerwear and leather items are the responsibility of the buyer. All items are held in a high-standard of cleanliness and quality when entering the collection, but may require additional attention depending upon the varying standards of each buyer. This is taken into account when pricing an item. All decor and collectible items are lightly wiped down but are left in the original state they were found to preserve the patina and old world charm that we all love. Fabric decor items are not washed before selling to preserve their delicate nature. Please examine the photos carefully for any flaws that I may have missed in my description. Anything else that can be cleaned or washed without affecting the vintage or antique collectibility qualities will be. Again, if you have any questions or concerns about any particular item, please get in touch before making your purchase.
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