the worst are on the right rear hip & back left knee (circled & shown in close up) & there are some smaller ones on the front - 2 moth chews with small holes in the V of the fishtail - a couple of faint brown spots on the lower back left leg which the camera couldn't see - the gold braid is tarnished - 1 button is missing from the left calf - minor wear & discolouration to the linings & pocket bags
NB the dress is cut on the bias
Shown on a mannequin with a 36" bust - please check measurements below:
bespoke tailored in 1956 in a rather conservative or backdated style by 'Streffords' of Hull from medium-weight herringbone weave wool fabric in charcoal grey
It has a round funnel collar
Vintage 1940s Divided Skirt Shorts Grey Wool Flannel High Waist Culottes Skort UK S/M Faux Fur the worst are on theVintage 1940s short divided skirt or shorts from the well known 'Londonus Super Sportswear' brand, made from fairly thick marled grey wool flannel fabric. They have wide, flared legs with centre box pleats at front & back, open from hip level & topstitched above, a single ticket or cash pocket below the waistband, & fasten at the side with a silver metal 'Lightning' zip and a hook on the inner waistband. Quite heavy duty, they are meant for outdoor