1940s Cornflower Blue Rayon Maxi XXS

This 1940s maxi dress is timelessly chic and so sophisticated. A tailored shirt dress style with a button down bodice, sharp splayed collar and wide buttoned cuffs, it has slightly puffed sleeves with gathered pleats at the cuff and a sash belt to define the very narrow waist. Made in a soft and airy chiffon in birght cornflower blue an rich milk chocolate with a modern floral print, the pleated maxi length skirt has a flowy sweep for a dramatic entrance. Perfect for day or night, dress it up with gold jewelry or switch out the belt for wide brown leather and pair it with boos and a chunky cardigan. No labels, very nicely made, circa 1940s. • Size XXS (see measurements) • Rayon, soft sheer crepe chiffon with fluid drape• Fully lined aside from sheer sleeves, light blue silky rayon or nylon• Metal zip on side, button down bodice• Great condition, there is some slight fade along the shoulders, collar is a little bit bent but can be tacked down to stay put, no major issues! Style No. D527