This is an spectacular 1950s dress by Berkertex, UK from their Overseas collections labeled as "Continentals". This label is known for the amazing quality of cottons and prints. This belongs to their Prêt-à-porter line and some designs were made by the designer Norman Hartnell, who used to design for the British Royal family during the 1940s and 1950s.
This one is no exception, the print are blurry oranges over a solid white background. The design of the collar combined with these chic cuffed sleeves is simply fabulous. The top of the cake is that massive skirt! She closes with front buttons and hooks.
Please make sure you double check your own measures and compare them to the ones below.
Shoulders, seam to seam: 15" (38cm)
Shoulders, side to side: -
Armpit to armpit: 19" (48cm)
Sleeves: 20" (50cm)
Armhole/cuff girth: -
Waist: 26" (66cm)
Hips: -
Shoulder to waist: 16" (40cm)
Waist to bottom: 26" (66cm) + approx. 4" (10cm) hem to let down
Lenght: 42" (106cm)
Sweep, side to side: 57" (144cm)
Fabric: Cotton
Condition: Mint condition. No holes, stains, sweat marks, fading, rips, etc.