Tuesday, April 14, 2009

black white floral VINTAGE Charlee Allison womens dress




This beautiful Charlee Allison for Eljay dress is vintage from the 1980's and in EXCELLENT condition. The black and white floral pattern and lightweight fabric is perfect for this summer! The pattern and size also makes the dress fun to layer.

100% polyester. The shape of the dress is especially great: A normal dress but with flaps on the front and back that come in and tie together on the side in front! A very classic 80's silhouette, especially with two shoulderpads that add a statement without being over-the-top.
Lastly-three adorable pearl-like beads add a nice and elegant touch to the left shoulder.
SIZING
This dress is a US size 7/8. Measurements are as follows:
Shoulder to shoulder: 15.5 in / 39.5 cm
Length (top to bottom): 40 in / 101.5 cm
Hips:
approx. 17 in / 43 cm
Waist: 11 in / 28 cm *PLEASE NOTE* what I measured is an elastic band at the waist, with the dress lying flat, so obviously your waist can be much bigger and it will still fit. With the elastic band stretched as far as it will go, the measurements are 18 in / 46 cm. Since there IS an elastic band, if the hips don't completely fit, you can pull up the elastic part higher up on your stomach if it helps (it will still be covered by the flaps of fabric you tie together)