1950s Style Purple Tartan Check Burns Swing Dress Fit and Flare Neck 3/4 Sleeve Dress with Pockets

Bring classic mid-century style to your wardrobe with our Purple Tartan Swing Dress, a beautifully tailored 1950s-inspired design combining an elegant fit-and-flare silhouette with a rich purple, white and dark blue tartan check. Designed to flatter, the fitted bodice follows the figure through the waist before opening into a wonderfully full swing skirt. The tartan is positioned on the bias through much of the skirt, creating extra movement and visual interest while enhancing its classic vintage-inspired shape. A feminine V neckline is framed by a wide pointed collar, while softly gathered shoulders add subtle structure to the 3/4 length sleeves. Four fabric-covered decorative buttons run down the front of the bodice for an understated retro finish. Hidden side-seam pockets offer everyday practicality without interrupting the flowing silhouette, and a concealed side zip creates a neat finish. Made from a polyester, viscose and elastane blend, the fabric combines structure with a small amount of stretch for comfortable wear. Perfect for autumn and winter styling, this tartan swing dress works beautifully for daytime occasions, afternoon tea, vintage events, seasonal celebrations and evening gatherings. Wear it naturally for an elegant full-skirted silhouette or add a petticoat underneath when you want to emphasise its dramatic 1950s shape. KEY FEATURES 1950s-inspired vintage style. Rich purple, white and dark blue tartan check. Classic swing dress silhouette. Fit-and-flare shape with fitted bodice and defined waist. Full below-knee swing skirt. Bias-cut tartan detailing through the skirt. V neckline with wide pointed collar. 3/4 length sleeves - 18" Softly gathered shoulders. Four decorative fabric-covered front buttons. Hidden side-seam pockets. Concealed side-seam zip fastening. OCCASIONS Vintage-inspired daywear, Smart everyday outfits. Work and office wear. BURNS Night Weddings and special occasions. Race days / Afternoon tea / Theatre trips. Vintage fairs and events. STYLE WITH ... A full petticoat to create an exaggerated 1950s swing silhouette. Classic court shoes or vintage-inspired heels. A coordinating beret for a polished retro look. Pearl earrings or a pearl necklace. Short vintage-style gloves for special occasions. A cropped cardigan for cooler daytime wear. A fitted wool coat for autumn and winter. Navy, plum, cream or soft pink accessories to complement the tartan. FIT - Standard. Please see SIZE GUIDE. Measures 42" (108cm) from top of shoulder to hem. Sleeves measure 18" (46cm) GARMENT CARE - Material composition: 70% Polyester 27% Viscose 3% Elastane. Machine washable cold at 30°C. *Model is 5 ft 5 and wears size UK 8*