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Tea Length Wedding Dresses Are Our Specialty. Discover the Finest Workmanship and Most Vintage-Authentic Fabrics and Detailing.

2 Piece Set in Black and White
Bust: 36.5 ”
Waist: 28.5″
Hips: 38.5 “
Length of skirt from waist to finished hem: 29″

100% crisp, substantial cotton poplin with just the right weight to maintain its authentic, vintage-true shape. Exclusive Whirling Turban screen print design; sold out.

We call this “Fiesta” because it looks a bit Mexican but in fact it is inspired by a peach motif from a 1940’s kimono designer’s idea book! Peaches were…READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION

100% crisp, substantial cotton black & white poplin with just the right weight to maintain its authentic, vintage-true shape. Exclusive Whirling Turban screen print design; sold out.

The motif almost looks a bit Mexican but in fact it is inspired by a peach motif from a 1940’s kimono designer’s idea book! Peaches were to the Japanese a metaphor for the female… well, you know.

This set is one of a kind. The corselette combined with a separate wrap sarong skirt looks like a dress but you can wear the top and skirt separately as well! Another great thing about having 2 pieces is that the skirt waistline will settle right into your own, making the fit much more precise and more like a custom fit.

Sure to be a wardrobe staple for years to come and attract compliments and attention, while the quality is ever so refined.

The corselette is boned from top to bottom in the front. It comes with two button-in sweetheart halter straps- one in contrast colors and one in the dress’s main print. Or wear it strapless for cocktails. The sleek back view has all elastic ruching so it remains snug with boning in the back as well and does not collapse or rumple. The channeled strips of boning in back also provide a stylistic corset reference.

The wrap sarong skirt is universally flattering on everyone with it’s diagonal drape and accent at the hip. It can be cinched up for an entrance or loosened a bit after dinner at the Mocambo Club.

When we are accepting custom orders, this dress starts at $600, so now is your chance to grab a bargain on this pre-sewn fixed size sample, in this size only:

Cup :B/C
Bust : 36.5″ (you can fudge this up an inch but don’t fudge the cup size)
Waist : 28.5″ (your waist size; no fudging)
Hips : 38.5″ (your hip size; no fudging)
Length of skirt from waist to finished hem: 29″

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A Vintage Lover’s Dream in Peacock Sharkskin! Plus Size

Bust: 43″
Waist: 35″
Skirt Length: 29
Often referred to as The Bombshell dress, for good reason. Flattering WIDE V-neck! Adorable, three quarter length sleeves. Draping and lines that are so universally complimentary that this may be the most flattering dress of all time. The perfect canvas for your vintage jewelry and accessories.

We have two sample dresses right now; you can chose your…READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION

Often referred to as The Bombshell dress, for good reason. Flattering WIDE V-neck! Adorable, three quarter length sleeves. Draping and lines that are so universally complimentary that this may be the most flattering dress of all time. The perfect canvas for your vintage jewelry and accessories.

This dress in this size only:

Bust: 43″
Waist: 35″
Skirt Length: 29″
Proportioned for a woman of average height.

Luxurious, Whirling Turban quality, created one at a time – by hand – in a couture dressmaker shop.

Locally hand-woven 100% cotton ikat made just for us, to our specifications, from black fibers in one direction of the weave mixed with peacock blue fibers in the other direction for a slimming, iridescent sharkskin effect. The fabric looks absolutely vintage and our customers LOVE it.

Do you need help ascertaining your precise body measurements for a beautiful fit? Or do you think you may need alterations? CALL US! We’d be happy to assist you personally!

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A Vintage Lover’s Dream in Peacock Sharkskin! Waist 30.5″

Bust: 38.5″
Waist: 30″
Often referred to as The Bombshell dress, for good reason. Flattering WIDE V-neck! Adorable, three quarter length sleeves. Draping and lines that are so universally complimentary that this may be the…READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION

Often referred to as “The Bombshell” dress, for good reason. Flattering WIDE V-neck! Adorable, three quarter length sleeves. Draping and lines that are so universally complimentary that this may be the most flattering dress of all time. The perfect canvas for your vintage jewelry and accessories.

THE “City Hall Tea Length Wedding Dress” or knock ’em dead wedding guest dress. Will be a favorite in your wardrobe for years.

This dress in this size only:

Bust: 38.5″
Waist: 30″
Skirt Length: 29″
Proportioned for a woman of average height.

Not sure of your exact body measurements? (You need to know them for a beautiful fit!) Or think you might need alterations? Call us and we’d be happy to personally advise you!

Luxurious, Whirling Turban quality, created one at a time – by hand – in a couture dressmaker shop, not a factory. This makes a BIG difference in quality and flattering fit.

Locally hand-woven 100% cotton ikat made just for us, to our specifications, from black fibers in one direction of the weave mixed with peacock blue fibers in the other direction for a slimming, iridescent sharkskin effect. The fabric looks absolutely vintage and our customers LOVE it.

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A Vintage Lover’s Dream in Peacock Sharkskin! Waist 32″

Bust: 40″
Waist: 32″
Often referred to as The Bombshell dress, for good reason. Flattering WIDE V-neck! Adorable, three quarter length sleeves. Draping and lines that are so universally complimentary that this may be the most flattering…READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION

Often referred to as “The Bombshell” dress, for good reason. Flattering WIDE V-neck! Adorable, three quarter length sleeves. Draping and lines that are so universally complimentary that this may be the most flattering dress of all time. The perfect canvas for your vintage jewelry and accessories.

THE “City Hall Tea Length Wedding Dress” or knock em dead wedding guest dress. Will be a favorite in your wardrobe for years.

This dress in this size only:

Bust: 40″
Waist: 32″
Skirt Length: 29″
Proportioned for a woman of average height.

Not sure of your exact body measurements? (You need to know them for a beautiful fit!) Or think you might need alterations? Call us and we’d be happy to personally advise you!

Luxurious, Whirling Turban quality, created one at a time – by hand – in a couture dressmaker shop, not a factory. This makes a BIG difference in quality and flattering fit.

Locally hand-woven 100% cotton ikat made just for us, to our specifications, from black fibers in one direction of the weave mixed with peacock blue fibers in the other direction for a slimming, iridescent sharkskin effect. The fabric looks absolutely vintage and our customers LOVE it.

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Ash Gray Charmer For Vintage Purists- Extra Large Size

This sample dress comes in this size:
Bust : 43″ (you can fudge here a little)
Waist : 35″ (you should not fudge here more than 3/4″)
Skirt length : 29″
Proportioned for a woman of average height

Draping and lines that are so universally complimentary that this may be the most flattering vintage tea length dress of all time.

Often referred to as the “Bombshell Dress”, flattering WIDE V-neck that teeters dangerously on the outermost corner of your shoulders! Adorable, three quarter length sleeves.

Comes with a…READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION

Draping and lines that are so universally complimentary that this may be the most flattering vintage tea length dress style of all time.

Often referred to as the “Bombshell Dress”, flattering WIDE V-neck that teeters dangerously on the outermost corner of your shoulders! Adorable, three quarter length sleeves.

Luxurious Whirling Turban quality, made by hand in a dressmaking shop, not a factory. Find unsolicited customer reviews about our workmanship on Youtube!

Locally hand-woven 100% cotton fabric made just for Whirling Turban, from black fibers in one direction of the weave mixed with unbleached cotton fibers in the other direction for a slimming, iridescent Ash Gray sharkskin effect. The fabric looks absolutely vintage and our customers LOVE it.

There is no more figure-flattering full skirt than the cut of our tea length skirt. Lovely with or without a crinoline petticoat (not included).

(Some photos may show a belt- this dress does NOT come with a belt! It looks beautiful without the belt, so not to worry.)

This dress comes in this size :

Bust : 43″ (you can fudge here a little)
Cup Size: The bodice draping on this style is adaptable and fits most cup sizes except for exceptionally large breasts. Please inquire if unsure.
Waist : 35″ (you should not fudge here more than 3/4″)
Skirt length : 29″
Proportioned for a woman of average height

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Ash Gray Charmer For Vintage Purists- M/L Size

This sample dress comes in this size:
Bust : 38.5″ (you can fudge here a little)
Waist : 30.5″ (you should not fudge here more than 3/4″)
Skirt length : 29″
Proportioned for a woman of average height

Draping and lines that are so universally complimentary that this may be the most flattering vintage tea length dress of all time.

Often referred to as the “Bombshell Dress”, flattering WIDE V-neck that teeters dangerously on the outermost corner of your shoulders! Adorable, three quarter length sleeves.

Comes with a…READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION

Draping and lines that are so universally complimentary that this may be the most flattering vintage tea length dress style of all time.

Often referred to as the “Bombshell Dress”, flattering WIDE V-neck that teeters dangerously on the outermost corner of your shoulders! Adorable, three quarter length sleeves.

Luxurious Whirling Turban quality, made by hand in a dressmaking shop, not a factory. Find unsolicited customer reviews about our workmanship on Youtube!

Locally hand-woven 100% cotton fabric made just for Whirling Turban, from black fibers in one direction of the weave mixed with unbleached cotton fibers in the other direction for a slimming, iridescent Ash Gray sharkskin effect. The fabric looks absolutely vintage and our customers LOVE it.

There is no more figure-flattering full skirt than the cut of our tea length skirt. Lovely with or without a crinoline petticoat (not included).

(Some photos may show a belt- this dress does NOT come with a belt! It looks beautiful without the belt, so not to worry.)

This sample dress comes in this size:

(These area the body measurments that this dress fits.)
Bust : 38.5″ (you can fudge here a little)
Cup Size: The bodice draping on this style is adaptable and fits most cup sizes except for exceptionally large breasts. Please inquire if unsure.
Waist : 30.5″ (you should not fudge here more than 3/4″)
Skirt length : 29″
Proportioned for a woman of average height

Please measure your body circumferences with a measuring tape. Whirling Turban fit more precisely than do off the rack dresses.

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Ash Gray Charmer For Vintage Purists- Plus Size

This sample dress comes in this size:
Bust : 41.5″ (you can fudge here a little)
Waist : 33.5″ (you should not fudge here more than 3/4″)
Skirt length : 29″
Proportioned for a woman of average height

Draping and lines that are so universally complimentary that this may be the most flattering vintage tea length dress of all time.

Often referred to as the “Bombshell Dress”, flattering WIDE V-neck that teeters dangerously on the outermost corner of your shoulders! Adorable, three quarter length sleeves.

Comes with a…READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION

Draping and lines that are so universally complimentary that this may be the most flattering vintage tea length dress style of all time.

Often referred to as the “Bombshell Dress”, flattering WIDE V-neck that teeters dangerously on the outermost corner of your shoulders! Adorable, three quarter length sleeves.

Luxurious Whirling Turban quality, made by hand in a dressmaking shop, not a factory. Find unsolicited customer reviews about our workmanship on Youtube!

Locally hand-woven 100% cotton fabric made just for Whirling Turban, from black fibers in one direction of the weave mixed with unbleached cotton fibers in the other direction for a slimming, iridescent Ash Gray sharkskin effect. The fabric looks absolutely vintage and our customers LOVE it.

There is no more figure-flattering full skirt than the cut of our tea length skirt. Lovely with or without a crinoline petticoat (not included).

This dress comes in this size:

(These are the body measurements that fit this dress.)
Bust : 41.5″ (you can fudge here a little)
Cup Size: The bodice draping on this style is adaptable and fits most cup sizes except for exceptionally large breasts. Please inquire if unsure.
Waist : 33.5″ (you should not fudge here more than 3/4″)
Skirt length : 29″
Proportioned for a woman of average height

Please measure yourself with a dressmaker’s measuring tape as Whirling Turban’s fit more precisely than off the rack dresses.

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Ash Gray Charmer For Vintage Purists- Waist 32″

This sample dress comes in this size:
Bust : 40″ (you can fudge here a little)
Waist : 32″ (you should not fudge here more than 3/4″)
Skirt length : 29″
Proportioned for a woman of average height

Draping and lines that are so universally complimentary that this may be the most flattering vintage tea length dress of all time.

Often referred to as the “Bombshell Dress”, flattering WIDE V-neck that teeters dangerously on the outermost corner of your shoulders! Adorable, three quarter length sleeves.

Comes with a…READ ENTIRE DESCRIPTION

Draping and lines that are so universally complimentary that this may be the most flattering vintage tea length dress style of all time.

Often referred to as the “Bombshell Dress”, flattering WIDE V-neck that teeters dangerously on the outermost corner of your shoulders! Adorable, three quarter length sleeves.

Luxurious Whirling Turban quality, made by hand in a dressmaking shop, not a factory. Find unsolicited customer reviews about our workmanship on Youtube!

Locally hand-woven 100% cotton fabric made just for Whirling Turban, from black fibers in one direction of the weave mixed with unbleached cotton fibers in the other direction for a slimming, iridescent Ash Gray sharkskin effect. The fabric looks absolutely vintage and our customers LOVE it.

There is no more figure-flattering full skirt than the cut of our tea length skirt. Lovely with or without a crinoline petticoat (not included).

This sample dress comes in this size:
These are the body measurements that fit this dress
Bust : 40″ (you can fudge here a little)
Cup Size: The bodice draping on this style is adaptable and fits most cup sizes except for exceptionally large breasts. Please inquire if unsure.
Waist : 32″ (you should not fudge here more than 3/4″)
Skirt length : 29″
Proportioned for a woman of average height

Please measure yourself with a dressmaker’s measuring tape as Whirling Turbans fit more precisely than do off the rack dresses.

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