• A vintage 1950s purple dress by Fruit of the Loom on a mannequin against a white background
  • A vintage 1950s purple dress by Fruit of the Loom on a mannequin against a white background
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  • a vintage 1950s purple dress by Fruit of the Loom on a mannequin against a white background
  • side front view of a vintage 1950s purple dress by Fruit of the Loom on a mannequin against a white background
  • Close-up of the 'Fruit of the Loom' label.
  • close up of the white lace trim on a vintage 1950s purple dress by Fruit of the Loom on a mannequin against a white background
  • Close-up of a white button on a vintage 1950s purple dress by Fruit of the Loom
  • a collage of small flaws on the dress which included some spots on the belt, a mend on the back waist, and some detached corners on the patch pockets
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Vintage 1950s Purple Fruit of the Loom Dress | 3x/4x

Vintage 1950s Purple Fruit of the Loom Dress | 3x/4x

$112.00
$112.00
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Classic vintage 1950s (possibly late 1940s) Fruit of the Loom dress. This cotton dress is purple and has white plastic buttons down the front. Collared neckline with cap sleeves and four white eyelet trim lace strips on the front. Fitted waist with belt loops on each side. The dress comes with a 50.75" matching tie belt (please see condition below). Two large patch pockets on the front of the skirt. Unlined.

DETAILS:
Era: 1940s/1950s
Brand Name: Fruit of the Loom
Material: cotton
Estimated Size: best fits a modern 3x/4x

MEASUREMENTS:
Shoulders: no seam, but around 19" / 30" sleeve to sleeve
Bust: 54"
Waist: 48"
Hips: 58"
Sleeve Length: around 3.5"
Length: 44.5"

CONDITION:
Very good vintage condition. Both of the patch pockets have corners that are a little detached. It looks like part of he back of the waist seam has been repaired, along with some sewing holes. The belt has a rust spot/pinhole on one end and miscellaneous stitching on the other end. I think that the belt may have been shortened at some point, and may not work as a belt for most as it barely tied around my size 8 dress form. Please see photos. Regardless of these flaws, the piece presents beautifully and has been priced accordingly.

This garment has been cleaned and is ready to wear.

Shipping & Returns

SHIPPING:
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RETURNS:
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Sizing Details

Find the full Sizing + Condition guide here.

Measurements are taken laying flat and are doubled when applicable (bust, waist, hips). The size is just an estimate, and vintage sizes are different from modern sizes. Please use measurements to ensure proper fit. To determine whether a vintage item will fit you is to compare the measurements given with that of a similar garment that does fit you.

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