1940s Unlabeled Purple Floral Print Stretch Rayon Jersey Ivory Dress designer-bonwit-teller I love the extra bit

I love the extra bit of vertical seaming that has been done of the collar border

The skirt is a masterpiece of pleat and flat work done to give interest but without adding excessive volume

The sleeves have this same spiraled and tiered effect in their construction giving the piece a wonderful balance

Beneath the waist the skirt flares to the floor in a gentle sweep and that wonderful pop of color in the vibrant print

The skirt closes with a side buttons and hook and eye at the waist

1940s Unlabeled Purple Floral Print Stretch Rayon Jersey Ivory Dress designer-bonwit-teller I love the extra bitThis dress is not perfect but is just too pretty and still has too much life left in it not to have someone love it. It is made from an early rayon jersey that has a touch of stretch to it so is very easy to wear. The design on it is very pretty. A beautiful floral design is done in a purple print that is set on an off white, ivory backdrop. It is an unusual color to have used for this time period and it is quite amazing that the color is still strong