1940s White and Purple Rayon Floral Print Shirtwaister Dress black-silk-dress Interspersed amongst the sequin arrangement

Interspersed amongst the sequin arrangement are tiny gold beads which add texture and interest to the design

Lined in a quality acetate with the Gianni Versace couture label

The crepe skirt flows down from the high point of the waist in a classic empire cut - a very typical silhouette for the era

With some stretch in the bust this would suit a range of sizes up to US size 8-10

1940s White and Purple Rayon Floral Print Shirtwaister Dress black-silk-dress Interspersed amongst the sequin arrangementThis unusual rayon crepe shirt dress dates to the 1940s. The purple and black print looks like tangled vines or electric static popping out on the rayon cloth against a bright white background. Tailored to a simple short sleeve, open collar shape, the flippy, lightweight skirt falls with soft pleating to the knee. The buttons running down the front add interesting detail, each crafted from pink purple sheer plastic and finished with a rhinestone in