A beautiful original vintage Kitty Copeland dress dating from the late 1950s to early 1960s, featuring a wonderfully painterly floral print in rich autumnal shades of burnt orange, mustard gold, olive green and chocolate brown.
Made from 100% Dacron (with fabric manufactured in the USA), this dress has all the hallmarks of classic mid-century elegance. The softly bloused bodice flows into a fitted waistband before falling into a beautifully structured knife-pleated skirt that moves effortlessly when worn.
The warm floral palette makes this a perfect transitional piece for autumn events, vintage festivals, weddings or simply for anyone who loves authentic mid-century fashion.
Features
Original vintage Kitty Copeland dress
Late 1950s / early 1960s
Made in London
100% Dacron fabric (Made in USA)
Painterly floral print
Burnt orange, mustard, olive & brown colour palette
Sleeveless design
Round neckline
Bloused bodice
Fitted waistband
Full knife-pleated skirt
Rear metal zip fastening
Unlined
Beautiful movement and structure
Measurements
(Taken laid flat. Please compare with a favourite garment for best fit.)
Bust: 18"
Waist: 14.5"
Hips: Free 20"
Shoulder to Waist: 16"
Length: 43"
Suggested modern size: 8-10
Condition
Very good vintage condition.
The dress presents beautifully with vibrant colour and crisp pleats. There are light signs of age consistent with a genuine vintage garment, but no obvious flaws noted during inspection. Please study the photographs as they form part of the description.
Why You'll Love It
This is one of those effortlessly elegant vintage dresses that feels timeless. The warm painterly floral print gives it an almost impressionist feel, while the structured pleated skirt creates beautiful movement. It would look equally stunning styled with vintage heels for an occasion or boots and a cardigan for everyday vintage wear.
As with all true vintage pieces, this is a one-of-a-kind garment ready for its next chapter.
