True 1940's Vintage Dress with Shoulder Pads

1940's vintage black knit dress with lace bodice and panels to skirt. Features a shirt collar, short sleeves and handmade shoulder pads. Closes with poppers / press studs at the neckline and where the collar front meets the lace. Unlined. The fabrics are mid weight stretch knits. Belt not included. Best fit: Approx UK 14 / 16, shown on a 39 inch bust mannequin. Bust: 36 - 40 Underarm to underarm: 20 1/2 unstretched Shoulders: 16 Armhole circumference: approx 19 Shoulder to waist: 16 Waist: 35 Hips: 44 Length: 42 Measurements are taken in inches with the garment laid flat. Will it fit?: Use a tape measure to measure yourself or an item from your wardrobe and check against the above. Label: No. A seamstress made dress, featuring machine and hand stitches. The shoulder pads are handmade. Condition: Good vintage condition but with a few mends: one on shoulder (hidden by collar), and a few to skirt but they hide well with the fabric, the back skirt has a small patch on the inside to reinforce the fabric. See all images. Styling & Wear: Perfect for Goodwood, cocktail parties, or for simply adding vintage glamour to your day. Delivery: Free to UK Don't forget to give the shop a follow & share your hurdyburdy purchases. Instagram & Facebook @hurdyburdyvintage Pinterest hurdyburdyvtg +