90s Vintage Novelty Print Crown Duck Crest Trophy Shirtwaist Secretary Dress 8P

Description: Actual Measurements Bust 40 inches. The top is meant to fit loosely. Waist is elastic and stretches from 24-34 inches Hips are full Total length 44.5 inches Outside shoulder to waist 17.5 inches. The top is meant to be loose and to blouse out over the waist a little Across the back shoulders 16 inchesSleeve length 22 inches To make sure something will fit, take measurements from a piece of clothing that fits you well and use those measurements to compare. If you use your personal actual measurements, you should always figure needing two inches extra for breathing room. Label- Draper's and Damon's Closes with gold plastic button at the top neck and wrists. There are clear plastic buttons down the front that are hidden under a placket. A hook and snap at the waist. Fabric is a nylon polyester. There are inside shoulder pads. This dress is unlined. The belt has a stiff vinyl backing and a gold metal buckle. ConditionNo stains, holes, or tears. The dress is in very good condition.There are some minor bends in the belt as seen in the photo. What Diane Likes About This DressThis company was actually founded by a woman, Virginia Draper, in 1927. Her goal was to bring smart clothes to real women. The company is still in business today. This dress dates to the 90s. It is influenced by the 1990s trophy trend that was all the rage. They borrowed heavily on all the trophy look icons, chains, crests, crowns, jewel tones, and equestrian themes. I am not quite sure how the ducks figure in, but they add a very interesting perspective. This kind of print was supposed to import a very luxurious and high end association. These days, I find it to be fun and whimsical. A interesting statement about a time in history. This is exactly what makes vintage clothing interesting and relevant. These kind of trophy prints will become classic and very desirable in the future, I think. Now may be the time to invest. But beyond the investment purpose, this dress is bold, colorful and full of interest. You can be sure of it claiming attention. "Fashion you can buy, but style you possess. The key to style is learning who you are, which takes years. There's no how-to road map to style. It's about self expression and, above all, attitude." Iris Apfel You are your own stories … The theme you choose may change or simply elude you but being your own story means you can always choose the tone. It also means that you can invent the language to say who you are and what you mean." Toni Morrison This dress will ship priority mail in a box to protect the belt. I am always happy to combine shipping. I have a large amount of vintage clothing and am always adding new pieces.

Price: 45 USD

Location: Marana, Arizona

End Time: 2025-01-21T00:28:01.000Z

Shipping Cost: 12 USD