This exciting vintage prairie-style pioneer dress by GUNNE SAX Jessica McClintock oozes with girlhood charm and expert tailoring. The playful images on the lighter cotton fabric were illustrated (and signed) with Holly Hobbie name. It perfectly captures that just fell asleep under the apple tree innocence. The Black Label, the brands 1st label, created just after Jessica McClintock(Deceased As Of 3/24/21) partnered With Eleanor Bailey & Carol Miller In 1969.
50% Cotton 50% Rayon Materials. Original American Greetings cotton fabric with authentic Holly Hobbie designs depicting girls climbing trees. Alternate navy/cornflower blue cotton floral fabric created by Schwartz Leiman Textiles. Lovely ivory colored lace trim throughout. Zipper Back Closure (which ends at the top of the spine allowing for a looser neck fit).
Faux Button Up front Placard. SIZE - The tag at collar reads size 11 which doesnt reflect todays sizing so use the measurements below to compare to your own. MEASUREMENTS= (Approximate and Taken Laying Flat, Doubled For Full Measurement Around when appropriate).CHEST - 32 - 33 (The corset style front allows for a slightly larger bust). HIPS - 40+ (Full Skirt). LENGTH - (From Shoulder Seam To Hem) - 54.
WAIST TO HEM - 43. SLEEVES LENGTH - (From Pit to Cuff) - 18. SLEEVE WIDTH (From Pit to Outer Sleeve) - 8.
CUFF OPENING - 3.5 (Buttoned). CONDITION - EXCELLENT to NEAR MINT - A Truly Rare Find! The only issue I noticed are 2 or 3 small > 1 lightly discolored areas on the lace trim on the cuff but almost undetectable. The Materials, Fabrics, Lace, Zipper, Buttons and Threading are in superb condition. There are no stains, holes, rips, tears, flaws or odors. Please contact me with any questions or concerns. The item "Vtg GUNNE SAX Black Label Sz Med Prairie Dress Rare HOLLY HOBBIE Fabric Mint Con" is in sale since Thursday, October 28, 2021. This item is in the category "Clothing, Shoes & Accessories\Specialty\Vintage\Women's Vintage Clothing\Dresses".The seller is "sfretailtherapist" and is located in San Francisco, California. This item can be shipped to United States.