1950s 60s Printed cotton dress with pocket - Extra small Small Sparkly 47" mid shoulder to hem

47" mid shoulder to hem

the piece contrasts plain black cotton with the wonderful screenprinted Giraffes in white at bodice and hem

20" sleeve length from shoulder

one buttonhole has some handstitching

a community venture established in 1966 Kenya

1950s 60s Printed cotton dress with pocket - Extra small Small Sparkly 47" mid shoulder to hemA summery late 1950s early 1960s day dress in white cotton, playfully printed with irregular polka dot splodges in bright lipstick red. The fabrics selvedge indicates the cottons manufacturer was ABC fabrics inc. With little cap sleeves cut in one with the body, the skirt is very full and tightly gathered, to give lovely silhouette worn with petticoat or without (petticoat and belt not included). Finished with large pocket to one side, and dainty back