Exquisite Original Late 1930s / Early 1940s Vintage Chocolate Brown Dress With Mustard Yellow Soutache Embroidery white The functional pockets at the

The functional pockets at the waist have been designed to mirror the shape of the collar and have been accentuated with matching fabric covered buttons

The large notched lapel collar leads to three mother of pearl buttons that fasten the blazer

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

The blouse is in very good condition with only a couple of minor pin sized spots and some slight yellowing to the edge binding on the left sleeve

Exquisite Original Late 1930s / Early 1940s Vintage Chocolate Brown Dress With Mustard Yellow Soutache Embroidery white The functional pockets at theThis 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