1930s Ditsy Chiffon Dress

1930s Ditsy Chiffon Dress1930s Ditsy Floral Chiffon Dress with Smocked Yoke An enchanting example of early 1930s daywear, this original semi sheer silk chiffon dress features a delicate ditsy floral print in soft pinks, lavenders, yellows, and pale greens. These scattered miniature blossoms are set against a whisper light background, lending the dress a charming air of romantic femininity. The wide gathered yoke is richly smocked in coordinating threads, trimmed with a soft

Some beads are missing or becoming loose in places

there are signs of wear

Every surface is adorned with decorative stitches — zigzag borders

fastening at the front and closing with a metal zipper featuring a small pull — a key construction detail consistent with garments from this period

Its cut features a fitted waist that drops into pleats

Ossie Clark for Radley

combined with an exceptionally thick

mirrored in delicate lace insets at the sleeves

Chunky hand-knitted cardigan in deep olive green wool

supple and fluid to the touch

wearable and full of soul and artistry

soft smocking at the waist and shoulders