1970s Red Gingham Handkerchief Hem Dress, Eloise Curtis for Happenstance Size Small
1970s Red Gingham Handkerchief Hem Dress, Eloise Curtis for Happenstance Size Small
Description - Boho handkerchief hem red gingham check dress from the early 70s with floral embroidery and eyelet trim. It zips up the back.
From the 1971 ad: Peasants never had it so nice as this hankie cut dress with high waist. Red and white check is femininely adorned with embroidery and eyelet lace for a countryfied city look. Sizes 6 to 12, 75.00 (which is equivalent to $575 in 2024 US dollars)
Details
Brand - Eloise Curtis for Happenstance
Content - Poly/Cotton blend
Size - approximately a modern Small but please check all measurements to ensure fit
Shoulders - 15.25" across
Chest - 18" pit to pit
Sleeves - 22" from shoulder seam
High Waist - 14" across (13" down from shoulder)
Hips - approximately 29" across
Length - approximately 38.5"-48.5"
Condition - I don't see any flaws