1980s does 1940s Joan Leslie Novelty Print Peplum dress 1940s-silk The design itself is made

The design itself is made up of chrysanthemums and other floral sprigs

intricately detailed embellishment

aged-related fade which has resulted in the bands on the high point of the sleeves looking more lilac in colour

It is in excellent vintage condition and a good fit for sizes up to UK 12 or US 8

it wraps around the neckline to form a Peter Pan style collar at the back of the dress

1980s does 1940s Joan Leslie Novelty Print Peplum dress 1940s-silk The design itself is madeThis playful daytime dress was designed by occasion wear designer Joan Leslie in the 1980s. It offers a highly wearable take on the 1940s novelty print. Set against a cream background, the dress is printed with hand drawn designs showing dressing table accoutrements, elegant female silhouettes and bold hat and shoe designs, all rendered in vibrant jewel tones. The dress is tailored to a shirt waister silhouette with a nipped in waist. It has short