Claremont Dress

Vintage 1950s  simple sundress that would have been worn for semi formal events. This vintage 50s dress features wide straps, light gathers at bust, and snap closures along the side. Dress is semi sheer and a slip will be needed for underneath. Due to the home sewn nature of this garment, do pay careful attention to the measurements.

• era: 1950s
• measurements: 46" length / 36" bust / 29" waist / 5.5" top of strap to top of bust / 13.5" bodice (from top of bust to waist seam)
• size: best fits a small/medium
• material: feels like a nylon/acetate blend
• condition: excellent vintage condition

We take extra care to provide detailed measurements for each of our garments for your convenience. If you have any questions or concerns regarding fit, please contact us and we will be happy to assist you. We measure each garment hanging on a hanger. 

Length: Top of shoulder to hem

Bust: Armpit to armpit then doubled

Waist: Across natural waist seam then doubled

Hips: Measured 7" from natural waist seam, measured across then doubled

Bodice: Top of shoulder to natural waist seam

From over a decade's worth of experience as a vintage clothing seller and collector, we are sharing some general care and laundering advice gleaned from women of the past. Practicing these "vintage" methods is another way to be more sustainable.

• Wear a slip with your garments to keep your garments cleaner longer (in most cases it takes much less water/resources to launder a slip than it does a garment)
• Wear your garments more than once before laundering
• Use cold water to launder your garments, hot water can deconstruct the fibers of your garments more and also can cause shrinkage.
• If using a machine, only wash full loads of laundry
• Hang garments to dry (every savadyblog girl loves seeing clothes on a line!) Dryers can really be rough on your garments (that lint trap is literally bits of your clothes as it slowly falls apart!)
• Spot clean garments immediately
• Hand wash your clothing as often as possible.
• Learn simple repair and mend skills to increase the longevity of your garments.