Exquisite Original Late 1930s / Early 1940s Vintage Chocolate Brown Dress With Mustard Yellow Soutache Embroidery white The cape retains its original

The cape retains its original makers label for Derry & Toms if Kensington and the lamé has the most fantastic circular pattern

A draped tie detail enhances the neatly fitted shape at the hip and the draping as a whole is very reminiscent of the style of Dorothy O’Hara with all of her strong Femme Fatale vibes

a National Recovery Board tag as well as a retailer’s label for Pauline’s of Haverhill

It was cut in the classic hourglass silhouette of the period with a beautifully nipped waist and double layered peplum below

Exquisite Original Late 1930s / Early 1940s Vintage Chocolate Brown Dress With Mustard Yellow Soutache Embroidery white The cape retains its originalThis spectacular dress was made in the late 1930s early 1940s from rich chocolate brown wool. It was cut in the classic hourglass silhouette of the period with padded shoulders and a nipped waist that can be further cinched in with the original fabric belt. The high neckline features wonderful draped gathering which creates a super flattering style. The centre of the bust has been adorned with exquisite brown and mustard yellow soutache embroidery and