Sugar & Spice // 1940s yellow rose print patio skirt and blouse set // Lg

-- unique late 1940s to early 50s patio set
-- fresh yellow cotton with an allover print of black lace bows with bold pink roses
-- top features puffed sleeves with an alluring square neckline trimmed with grosgrain ribbon
-- bodice is boxy in a shape that tapers to a cropped length
-- blouse secures with a series of hidden hooks and eyes down the front with a single snap at the hem
-- flared skirt gathered around a set waistband
-- waistband is reinforced with an inner, flexible lining
-- skirt hem trimmed with a solid black ruffle embellished with a diamond of print fabric on the front and a triangle at the back
-- skirt finished with a single patch pocket
-- secures with a thin metal zipper and double hook & eye at the waist

label: none present, hand made
material: cotton, metal zipper, hooks and eyes
size: unmarked, fits like a contemporary large

_____ m e a s u r e m e n t s

t o p
bust: 38"
waist: 32"
shoulders: undefined
length: 18"

s k i r t
waist: 31"
hips: free
length: 29"

All measurements are taken while garment is laying flat and then doubled unless otherwise noted. Please allow yourself some "wiggle room" when determining fit.

_____ c o n d i t i o n

This set was a bit of a mystery to me when I acquired it. The top had been attached to the skirt but the construction of both the top and skirt indicated these had originated as separates. I suspect they had been attached to prevent the blouse from coming untucked when worn however I chose to restore the set back to being two pieces which allows for greater versatility. The stitching marks are visible if you look closely as indicated in photos. This was clearly handmade but well done considering the clean seams and attention to pattern placement. Fabric is clean and vibrant with minimal evidence of wear. No other issues of note.