Vintage Archive

Vintage 1950s day dress made by Gay Gibson. Soft polished cotton in gorgeous dusty grey blue. Empire bodice with dolman cap sleeves and a V neckline. Decorated with covered buttons up the front. Wide fitted waistband. Full gathered skirt that is shown here with a crinoline that is not included. Dress zips up the side.

Measurements:
Bust: 38 inches
Waist: 26 1/2 inches
Hips: Full
Bodice Length: 28 inches
Skirt Length: 17 inches

Label: Gay Gibson
Material: 100% polished cotton, soft and lightweight
Condition: Great vintage condition with some slight discoloration along the hemline.

This sweet 1970s crisp white blouse features darling hand embroidered pastel florals around the neckline. Rounded scalloped neckline that is embroidered around the edge. Sleeveless to cap sleeves with a short slit at the top, also scalloped and embroidered. Buttons up the back. 

Measurements:
Bust: 38 inches
Length: 23 1/2 inches

Label: Rose Brand, Made in China
Material: Poly blend, soft and lightweight
Condition: Great vintage condition. One small flaw on the embroidered edge of the collar. 

This 1970s maxi dress is a free flowing beauty. I could see this easily being worn as a daily dress or even as a casual wedding dress. Bodice features a square neckline trimmed in white lace. Slightly belled sleeves. Drop waist with a tiered skirt defined by lace inserts. Fully lined. Dress has belt loops and can be worn free fitting or belted but DOES NOT include the belt shown. Dress slips over the head.

Measurements:
Bust: 36 inches
Hips: 41 inches
Length: 54 1/2 inches

Label: Denise L
Material: Poly cotton blend, soft and lightweight
Condition: Excellent vintage condition

Vintage 1950s skirt in brown cotton gingham with darling folk cross stitched detailing. Fitted waist that buttons at the side. Belt loops. Fully pleated skirt that hits just below the knee.

Measurements:
Waist: 26 inches
Hips: Full
Length: 26 inches

Label: None
Material: 100% cotton, soft and lightweight
Condition: Great vintage condition with a few patches of light discoloration.

This 1970s Mexican dress with beautiful hand-painted and appliqued flowers is perfect for spring and summer! Made of raw cream cotton. Sleeveless cut with a fitted yoke and free fitting body and ruffle hemline. Dress slips over the head.

Measurements:
Bust: 48 inches
Length: 45 inches

Label: Ana R
Material: 100% cotton
Condition: Excellent vintage condition

Vintage 1980s day dress made by Lanz. Gorgeous crisp white fabric with vibrant green, pink and blue diagonal stripes. Fitted bodice with hidden stays and thin straps that are detachable. Fitted waist. Gathered loose fitting skirt with hidden pockets.

Measurements:
Bust: 36 1/2 inches
Waist: 29 inches
Hips: Full 
Bodice Length: 17 inches
Skirt Length: 28 inches

Label: Lanz
Material: Soft poly blend
Condition: Excellent vintage condition, I don't think this beauty has ever been worn

Vintage 1960s day dress in soft blue and grey plaid cotton. Fitted bodice that buttons up the front with two large covered buttons. Short sleeves and large collar. Fitted waist with a matching cumberbun belt that closes on the side with a series of hook and eye closures. Full gathered skirt that hits just under the knee. Shown here with a crinoline that is not included. Side zipper. 

Dress Measurements:
Bust: 38 inches
Waist: 27 inches
Hips: Full
Bodice Length: 14 1/2 inches
Skirt Length: 24 inches

Belt Measurements:
27 inches but does have some stretch

Label: None
Material: 100% cotton
Condition: Great vintage condition

This 1970s blouse has the best label...You Babes! Made of super soft semi-sheer poly cotton in the sweetest baby blue hue. Buttons fully up the front. Collar with and scalloped embroidered edge and dainty floral cutout eyelet design on the tips of each collar point. Nipped waist for a tailored look. Short sleeves.

Measurements:
Bust: 34 inches
Waist: 28 inches
Length: 20 1/2 inches

Label: You Babes
Material: Poly cotton blend
Condition: Great vintage condition with a few small spots. The largest one is shown in the photos.

This gorgeous Parisian brand prairie dress is a bohemian dream. Made in the 1980s from super soft, semi-sheer Indian cotton. Bloused Victorian-style bodice with beautiful detailing of lace and pintucking. Sleeveless cut trimmed in lace. Stacked lace collar with laced through ribbon trim that ties at the front. Bodice buttons up the front. The waist was originally elastic, but has been shot and can be worn loose fitting or belted. Full gathered four-tiered skirt with pintucked details. Dress slips over the head.

Measurements:
Bust: 37 inches
Waist: 38 inches
Hips: Full
Bodice Length: 16 inches
Skirt Length: 27 inches

Label: Creation Paris Starina 
Material: 100% cotton
Condition: Great vintage condition. The elastic is out in the waist but looks so cute worn loose or belted as shown in the photos.

This vintage day dress from the early 1950s is just too adorable! Ever-so-slightly bloused bodice with a pocket at the breast. Short sleeves with decorative red buttons. Fitted waist. Loose fitting gored skirt. Made of soft, lightweight cotton in red and grey plaid on a white background. Dress buttons halfway up the front. 

Measurements:
Bust: 42 inches
Waist: 32 inches
Hips: 41 inches
Bodice Length: 14 1/2 inches
Skirt Length: 28 inches

Label: None
Material: Soft cotton
Condition: Three small mends and one spot of light green paint as shown in the photos.

Vintage 1960s day dress in black linen blend. Sleeveless bloused bodice with a collared V neck. Fitted waist. Slender skirt with large hip pockets. Dress buttons fully up the front with extra large white buttons. Includes a matching belt. 

Measurements:
Bust: 38 inches
Waist: 28 inches
Hips: 41 inches
Bodice Length: 15 inches
Skirt Length: 23 inches

Label: None
Condition: Excellent vintage condition

Vintage 1970s wrap dress in soft white seersucker cotton. Fitted bodice with V neck in front and back. Fitted waist. Dress wraps around the back and ties in the front. Two hidden pockets.

Measurements:
Bust: 38 inches
Waist: 28 inches
Hips: Full
Bodice Length: 16 inches
Skirt Length: 28 1/2 inches

Label: Adina
Material: 100% cotton
Condition: Great vintage condition with a few snags in the fabric and a small spot on the neckline as seen in photos.

This 1970s button up blouse is a rainbow delight! Made of soft, rainbow gingham poly cotton. Cap sleeves with a small cuff. Buttons up the front.

Measurements:
Bust: 41 inches
Length (On Side): 22 inches

Label: None
Material: Lightweight semi-sheer poly cotton blend
Condition: Excellent vintage condition

Vintage 1980s day dress in soft, cotton rayon blend. Gorgeous oatmeal color. Loose fitting bodice with cap sleeves. Keyhole back with a button closure. Elastic waist. Loose fitting skirt that hits just below the knee featuring hidden pockets!

Measurements:
Bust: 44 inches
Waist: 20-36 inches
Hips: Full
Bodice Length: 17 1/2 inches
Skirt Length: 28 inches

Label: None
Material: Cotton rayon blend, soft and lightweight
Condition: Excellent vintage condition