Vintage 1960s Purple and Blue Floral Drop-Waist Cotton Linen Short Sleeve Dress with Inverted Pleat - Sz. S/M

- PLEASE be sure to read ALL of the FAQs and item info before making your purchase. - All SHIPPING OVERAGES will be refunded and group shipping options are always available. ***ALL SALES ARE FINAL*** No cancellations. 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