{"product_id":"1940s-viyella-uk-gorgeous-tartan-shirtwaister-dress","title":"1940s - VIYELLA, UK - Gorgeous Tartan Shirtwaister Dress - W27.5 (70cm)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a gorgeous late 1940s Viyella shirtwaister dress, made in the brand’s signature lightweight wool and cotton cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderful example of practical yet beautifully tailored post-war daywear, featuring a rich tartan in deep navy, forest green, red and cream. The dress has a classic pointed collar, fitted waist and four distinctive flap pockets — two at the chest and two at the hips — together with contrasting red buttons and three-quarter sleeves finished with buttoned cuffs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lightweight Viyella fabric has a lovely soft handle and combines warmth with a surprisingly light feel, making it particularly well suited to this style of everyday dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eViyella has a remarkable place in British textile history. Developed in England at the end of the 19th century, its famous wool-and-cotton cloth became internationally known for garments designed to be warm, comfortable and durable without the weight of traditional wool flannel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease make s\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eure you double check your own measures and compare them to the ones below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulders, seam to seam: 16\" (40cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulders, side to side: -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArmpit to armpit: 20\" (50cm) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSleeves: 3\/4\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCuff girth: 9.5\" (24cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaist: 27.5\" (70cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHips: 39\" (100cm) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoulder to waist: 16.5\" (41cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWaist to bottom: 24\" (61cm) + approx. 2\" (5cm) hem to let down\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLenght: 40.5\" (102cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweep, side to side: -\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric:\u003c\/strong\u003e Viyella\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mint condition! Just note that the button of the right cuff is half-broken (see photo). No other issues! No holes, stains, sweat marks, fading, etc. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Der Fuchs Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63666058854730,"sku":null,"price":140.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0296\/0850\/9524\/files\/IMG-20260924_154207.jpg?v=1790259897","url":"https:\/\/fuchsvintage.com\/es\/products\/1940s-viyella-uk-gorgeous-tartan-shirtwaister-dress","provider":"Der Fuchs Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}