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Chocolate brown velvet 40s dress with silk chiffon back panel. Button accents down front of sleeveless bodice, side metal zipper, piped at waist. Wide notched collar. Back of dress boasts a gorgeous iridescent brown silk chiffon panel edged in velvet. No label, likely hand made. A few areas of velvet "crush", no stains or holes....superb condition. Click picture for more images. 38" bust, 28" waist, 44" hips, 17" bodice, 46" long $275

1940s crepe silk tropical floral print sarong halter dress by Paradise. Has matching cropped bolero sleeveless jacket. Bra attached to inner bodice hooks in back for support, side metal zip under hip knot. Marked size 10 (modern 6ish), appears never worn. Flawless! click picture for more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 39" hips, 16" bodice, 41" long $325

Cotton plisse 1940s play set in red and grey atomic print on white. Halter top buttons down center and behind neck, shorts button at waist on side. No label, no flaws. Click picture for more images. top~ 38" bust, 28" waist, 15" long shorts~ 28" waist, 42" hips, 16" long, 12" rise $255

40s 2 piece rayon dress set of dark blue rayon with nautical ring print. 3 gold metal buttons at waist, skirt has snaps at left side. No flaws, though skirt likely shortened. From the SPENCER COMMUNITY THEATRE. Click picture for more images. Jacket~ 40" bust, 32" waist, 24" long, 20" sleeves Skirt~32" waist, 42" hips, 23" long $200

1940s crisp cotton blue gingham print button strap top, skirt and jacket with rose print and border design. No flaws. Click picture for more images. Top~ 38" bust, 30" waist, 20" long Skirt~ 28" waist, 44" hips, 27" long $210

40s jersey rayon floral print gown in vivid fuschia pink and burgundy against snow white. Peplum detail at waist, sweetheart neckline. Hooks and eyes up left side, no label, no flaws. From the SPENCER COMMUNITY THEATRE collection. Click picture for more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 39" hips, 17" bodice, 57" long $230

Black crepe rayon 40s gown with long dramatic peplum and all over painted sequined floral motif. Flowers painted on, larger pieces appliqued...adorned with gelatin based sequins. Peplum is lined with the same nylon as the sleeves are trimmed in. Skirt of gown falls straight to ankle with slit up front center to knee. Side and nape of neck zip with metal zippers, petersham ribbon reinforces waist seam. Minor rub off gelatin sequins toward  underarm seams, no other flaws...a stunning piece. Click picture for more images. 38" bust, 26" waist, 40" hips, 17" bodice, 8" sleeves, 58" long $325

Gorgeous black silk yarn knit 40s dress with rose design on bodice. Angled sleeves, elastic waist. No belt, no label, no flaws. Click picture for more images. 38-40" bust, 28-30" waist, 40" hips, 17" bodice, 43" long $225

Early 1940s deco print cotton summer gown in yellow, black, grey and white. Ruffled neckline, puff sleeves, tiered skirt. Half sash ties in back, side metal zipper. No flaws. Click picture for more images. 40" bust, 28" waist, 46" hips, 53" long, 16" bodice $255

Black wool 2 piece knit dress with belted button down top, wide rib knit skirt. By Gloria Swanson. No flaws....gorgeous worn together or used as separates! More images to come. Top~ 36" bust, 28" waist, 19" long, 17" sleeves Skirt~ 26-30" (elastic), 42" hips max, 26" long $210

Lovely sheer acetate black 40s oblong scarf with handpainted florals and gelatin based sequins. 22" wide by 48" long, no label, no flaws. $75

Bold blue rayon 40s dress with white abstract circle screen print and bright red accents by BOSTON MAID. Peaked sleeves and hip pockets backed in red taffeta, bound buttonhole accents above covered buttons mid bodice in red grosgrain. Red insert at center of skirt from buttons to hem. White print has slight darkening under arms, scarcely noticeable. Click picture for more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 38" hips, 16" bodice, 41" long $195

Pale violet rayon 40s dress with black china plate print. Deep slit neckline, ruched below bust, angled sleeves. Has a few very very faint yellow spots, some age to buckle of belt...perfectly wearable as is.  More images to come. 38" bust, 28" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 41" long $155

Brown, black and white cotton plaid 2 piece 40s dress shot with gold metallic thread. Big plastic buttons, wide flared lapel, angled sleeves...side metal zip and hooks and eyes on skirt. No label, no flaws. More images to come. Top~ 38" bust, 30" waist, 21" long Skirt~ 28" waist, 42" hips, 27" long $185

Bold blue crepe rayon 40s dress with vibrant red, yellow and green paisley print rayon bodice. Red plastic buttons at shirred shoulders. No label, no flaws, buttons up left side. Click picture for more images. 34" bust, 24" waist, 38" hips, 15" bust, 39" long $235

40s bright plaid cotton sporting dress in orange, red, yellow and brown. Sleeves unbutton to shoulders for movement. No label, no flaws. Click picture for more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 45" long $175

Brown and white gingham cotton 40s day dress with eyelet ruffles, bow at neckline. Side metal zip, no flaws. 36" bust, 26" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 42" long $155

40s geometric print cotton two piece dress in deep pink and aqua, with bright green plastic buttons and ric rac. Side button/zip on skirt. Overall lightening to color from years of wash and wear, no stains. More images to come. 42" bust, 32" waist, 44" hips $135

Early 40s black rayon jacket with metal zip up front, white embroidered soutache design. Curved hem, gathered at shoulders. No flaws. More images to come. 40" bust, 30" waist, 20" long, 23" sleeves $175

40s dress of white pique cotton with pink and yellow rose print. Wide  padded shoulders, notch neckline with white carved floral plastic buttons to waist. Side metal zip. A few pin head storage dots, dress is just too sweet to sweat them! No holes or other issues. Click picture for more images. 40" bust, 30" waist, 44" hips, 16" bodice, 44" long $200

Pink and grey striped cotton 40s suumery day dress with wide lapel, button details and hip pockets. Missing original belt, no stains or holes. Click picture for more images. 40" bust, 32" waist, 44" hips, 16" bodice, 44" long $200

COMING SOON... Cherry red cotton bandeau cropped top with white embroidered floral appliques. Buttons up back. No flaws. More images and details to come. $60

Bright candy pink plisse cotton 40s sundress. Wide straps gather above a white pique cotton band, semi-full skirt...half sash  ties in back. Summer sweet! No flaws, side metal zip, no label. 38" bust, 28" waist, 42" hips, 41" long, 16" bodice $200

Blue and white polka dot jersey rayon 40s dress with faux cross stitch band at hem. Ruched at neckline, side closure. No label. White is slightly softened by the darker blue, no stains or holes. More images to come. 38" bust, 30" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 45" long $200

40s plaid wool skirt in brights blue, white and green. Side metal zip and hook and eye, no flaws. 26" waist, 40" hips, 28" long $60

40s cotton summery day dress with ruffles at sides of bodice and back. White and tan cotton with baby blue and lime daisies...sash ties in back, buttons up back. No label, one tiny repair to hole in shoulder. No stains. Click picture for more images. 38" bust, 28" waist, 42" hips, 17" bodice, 42" long $175

40s shimmering purple and black taffeta New Look dress with wide rounded collar, self belt, full skirt with big hip pockets. Doughnut buttons up bodice, hook and eye at waist with metal zip center front of skirt within pleats. Minor wear reinforced from within under arms, not noticeable when worn. More images to come. 36" bust, 26" waist, 44" hips, 16" bodice, 42" long $200

1940s lightweight denim dress with military inspiration. Shell buttons up front, eagle and stripes on pocket. Faded in areas the way denim fades from wear and wash over time, no holes or stains. Small shoulder pads. Click picture for more images. 42" bust, 32" waist, 44" hips, 18" bodice, 44" long $175

Black crepe rayon 40s dress with wide satin band at hem ad ruched satin sleeves...bright chartreuse green and fuschia pink detail at hips. From the SPENCER COMMUNITY THEATRE collection. Some snags to crepe at waist on left, a few on skirt....superb condition. Click picture for more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 40" hips, 16" bodice, 8" sleeves, 48" long $190

Sweet black crepe rayon 40s jacket with soutache trim and demure bows. Short sleeves, no closure (pinned for photo). Watch for more images. No flaws. 36" bust, 26" waist, 21" long, 11" sleeves $120

40s crisp cotton day dress in green, navy and yellow plaid. Cross tab button collar, buttons to waist, sash with buttonhole detail at ends. No flaws. More images to come. 40" bust, 30" waist, 42" hips, 17" bodice, 42" long $155

COMING SOON.... 40s wrap dress in crisp cotton with grey, soft white, purple, chartreuse and pink plaid. 3 buttons secure dress as it wraps in to right side. No flaws, new old stock. Click picture for more images. More details to come.

40s soft cotton day dress with blue and white batik style print, pearlized button front, lace trim. Missing belt and hook at waist, no holes or stains. More images to come. 37" bust, 27" waist, 41" hips, 42" long $125

COMING SOON.... Black 40s crepe rayon cocktail dress with satin waist sash in grey, white and black  with flower accent. More details to come.

COMING SOON.... Lavender cotton 1940s dress with striped collar, cuffs and insets into gored skirt. Button up bodice, side metal zip, no flaws. More images to come.

Dramatic 1940s dressing gown in fine wale corduroy. Black button up bodice, hook and eye at waist and zipper hidden in front of red and black barber shop striped skirting. Red rayon scarf attached at nape of neck. Missing a belt, no stains or holes. More images to come. 36" bust, 26" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 20" sleeves, 57" long $200

Two piece black crepe rayon 40s dress set with black sequins. Top has shoulder pads, hooks and eyes down front behind sequins....slightly shirred at seams to sides of waist. Skirt is slightly flared, side metal hook and zipper. No label, no flaws. Click picture for more images. Top measures 37" bust, 30" waist, 24" long Skirt 26" waist, 39" hips, 27" long $225

Gorgeous blue iridescent taffeta late 40s New Look party dress (with jacket)....embroidered lace and beads at neckline, notched sleeves,  self belt. Semi full skirt, side metal zipper. Matching jacket with nipped waist and peplum. Sadly, the belt is missing now (wandered away while at the boutique!). No flaws. Watch for more images. 38" bust, 28" waist, 46" hips, 45" long $145

Glamorous crushed silk velvet 40s hostess set with dramatic long belted jacket over wide leg pants. Jacket and pants are both quilted and lined with powder blue satin. Belt has beveled square shaped blue gem-look accents. Pants are high waisted and button on side. Click picture for more images. No flaws. Jacket~ 40" bust, 30" waist, 44" hips, 42" long, 24" sleeves Pants~ 30" waist, 44" hips (full through seat), 17" rise, 42" long $245

Bright cherry red late 40s one piece swimsuit with natural raffia loop fringe and braid across bust. Button on halter strap, metal zip up back. No label. No flaws. Watch for more images. 36" bust (A or B cup max), 28" waist, 40" hips $160

Fun summery 40s beach set with tie front white cotton cropped blouse and striped shirred boy leg shorts. Bright turquoise blue, purple, black and white. Smocked up sides of shorts, loop in front waist. New old stock with original store tags. No flaws. Click picture for more images. Top~ 40" bust, 30" waist, 15" long Short~ 32" waist, 40" hips, 12"  rise, 13" long $185

40s two piece cotton dress in shades of flame in a scroll design. Piped in black around neck and sleeve cuffs, beveled black buttons down front and on sleeves. Full tiered skirt with side metal zip and button. Wear together or separately! Mint condition. Click picture for more images. Top~ 34" bust, 26" waist, 21" long, 7" sleeves Skirt~ 24" waist, 46" hips, 27" long $165

Cinnamon crepe rayon late 40s dress by Adele Simpson. Angled placket below origami folded collar, doughnut style self buttons. Hook and eye at waist, snaps within waist seam....hip boasts an elegant draped and knotted swag. Utterly flawless, click picture for more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 38" hips, 46" long, 17" bodice, 20" sleeves $415

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Eggplant purple and white flecked rayon 40s dress with red velvet, purple ric rac trimmed collar and hip detail accented with faux pearl buttons. Side and neck metal zipper. Slighty wear atop right shoulder as if rubbed, not noticeable unless hunting for it...no stains or holes. More images to come. 38" bust, 28" waist, 47" hips, 45" long, 16" bodice $210

COMING SOON... 40s dress of black and white finely checked cotton with elegant pouf and gather in back. Watch for more details.

Black jersey 40s dress with surplice bodice adorned with gold metal discs. From the SPENCER COMMUNITY THEATRE collection. Small surface run on side of skirt, scarcely  noticeable. Click picture for more images. 38" bust, 28" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 45" long $175

Deep wine velvet 40s dress with draped, scalloped collar. Rhinestones and beads on collar and bodice. From the SPENCER COMMUNITY THEATRE collection. Click picture for more images. 36" bust, 26" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 42" long $225

Brightly colored polka dots and filigree print two piece jersey rayon dress set from the 1940s. Top buttons up front, side hook and zip on skirt. A few tiny pinhead black dots scattered into print on the white, only noticeable when looking for them. No other flaws. From the Spencer Community Theatre Collection.  Watch for more images. Top~ 15" shoulders, 38" bust, 30" waist, 23" long, 10" sleeves Skirt~ 28" waist, 40" hips, 26" long $225

Sweet 40s summer gown of eyelet lace and plaid cotton. Watch for more images. 34" bust, 24" waist, 42" hips, 15" bodice, 57" long $185

COMING SOON.... Late 40s silky rayon shirtwaist dress with grey abstract  print, rhinestone buttons. More details to come. 38" bust, 28" waist, 42" hips, 42" long $175

1940s dress of bold blue floral cotton. Angled sleeves, basque waist with ruching below bust, V slit neckline. Gentle pleats and hips give skirt fullness. Side metal zipper, no label....flawless condition. More images to come. 38" bust, 28" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 41" long $185

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Darling coral dahlia print rayon shorts romper from the 1940s with coordinating button down overskirt. By "Freshy Playclothes". Romper buttons to waist, over to left and down hip. Overskirt of same textile buttons down left side, when worn creates the look of a dress. Some faint storage spots on shoulders as shown. Click picture for more images. 40" bust, 30" waist, 42" hips, 16" bodice, 37" long (skirt 30" waist, 42" hips, 27" long) $265

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