1950s L'Aignon Navy Cotton Short-Sleeve Dress with Pleat Detail
This navy cotton dress was made by L’Aignon in the 1950s - a very high quality American ready to wear brand sold in some of the best department stores in the US. They regularly advertised in Vogue from the 1940s to 1960s. The dress is cut to a classic short-sleeve shirt-waister style with a nipped-in waist and flared skirt silhouette that fall to around the mid-calf. The fabric is detailed with knife pleats the whole length of the dress which adds interesting texture to this timeless piece. It has a rounded neckline and fastens down the front with large tonal navy buttons which fall to the bottom hem. The skirt is box pleated at the waist and is unlined.
In excellent vintage condition with no flaws of any note and looks barely worn. It has no size labels so please check our measurements below as the fabric has no stretch. We believe it would best fit a size UK 10, US 6 as it has a smaller waist but plenty of give in the hip.
MEASUREMENTS
BUST - 38 in. (97 cm)
WAIST - 28 in. (71 cm)
HIP - 66 in. (168 cm)
LENGTH - 48 in. (122 cm)
Pickup available at CIRCA VINTAGE
Usually ready in 24 hours
F.A.Q.
Will you set anything aside for me before I come?
We are happy to find anything you may be interested in from our website. We have an extensive offline collection. It is helpful if you can let us know your size, style, favourite colour to wear and perhaps your budget in advance of your appointment.
Do I need to bring anything with me?
Clients may wish to bring modern shapewear. You may also wish to bring favourite footwear. We often find a classic pair of nude shoes work well when trying-on, or gold and silver. We have a huge variety of slip dresses and petticoats to complete your look. Many of which are also for sale.
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Where can I get alterations?
We offer some alterations in house. Should you need alterations we cannot provide, we can refer you to one of our tried and trusted tailors.
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We will advise you on the best way to clean and preserve your vintage purchases and can also recommend trusted local dry cleaners.
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Upon arrival, buzz the 87A button on the gate or call us 020 7736 5038 to let you in.
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