A beautiful retro post-war shirtwaist day dress by Lady Carol, women’s dress label from the 1950’s until being sold in the 1990’s. Styling and tailoring details are excellent and we’ve got shoulder pads again. The atomic-style print is fun and I like the blue. This dress is great to have in the closet for days when I want an easy-care 1940’s style with some pedigree. The only regret I have is the missing belt, but seasoned vintage fashion collectors know how to cope.

Tomorrow we move on to the 1950’s. Stay tuned . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

MORGANA MARTIN, THE MAGICVINTAGESPY

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