1940s Violet Blue Dress with Stones 1940_shoes Waist: 22" unstretched to about

Waist: 22" unstretched to about 26" max                                                                                               Hip: Free

16" to edges of pads

Not noticeable unless you are closely inspecting the skirt

The skirt is gored with a side metal zipper closure

Matching cropped vest has the same embroidery and wooden beading as the dress collar and cuffs

1940s Violet Blue Dress with Stones 1940_shoes Waist: 22" unstretched to about1940s violet blue rayon crepe dress. Hard to capture the true color but it's definitely blue, not purple although there is a purplish undertone to the fabric. Bodice is fitted with long sleeves, small collar and a dropped waist. There is horizontal trimming with small clear stones. Skirt is gathered into the dropped waist seam. Shoulders have small pads the dress closes with a side metal zipper and cinches at the waist with a self belt. Structurally