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My first reaction is 40s as well, but thinking probably post-WW2 due to the longer skirt. I like the pocket detailing!

Welcome Jools! :hiya:

We have a fresh Fresh video to share, posted the the VFG YouTube channel. It was created by Suzanne aka Vintage Runway.

You are clearly dealing with UK-related nuances - jumper instead of sweater, size W - that are not in my area of expertise! Hopefully someone from the correct side of the Atlantic will be along with worthwhile opinions. It does occur to me that the other angle to look at is when was "Gt...

New at MagsRags.net late 50s to early 60s Emma Domb silk organza sheath with cummerbund-style waist shabby chic painted hat display stand

Huk-a-poo was known for their prints in that era. I've never had one, but this reminds me of some I have seen online.

Pink vintage at MagsRags.net a 40s novelty print blouse a 50s skinny necktie by Wembley in pink-to-black colorway a 70s to 80s silk jersey dress with bubble skirt by Holly's Harp 50s/60s full cotton skirt in a paisley print by Kerrybrooke and a 40s pinafore style sundress with rickrack...

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Welcome to the VFG public forums. I have removed your second thread as a duplicate, so that respondees don’t get confused. In terms of your question, please post one or more photos showing the complete garment - it helps with dating.

Recently listed at MagsRags.net 1920s faille plaid necktie complete with 1923 patent info for Jesse Langsdorf, inventor of the modern bias cut "resilient" construction. and deadstock elastic sleeve garters by Esquire

Sequins at MagsRags.net 80s over-the-top party dress with sequinned bodice, and asymmetrical chacha skirt 60s bombshell fully sequinned evening gown 40s cocktail dress with bronze sequinned arrow accents - size large Sequinned and beaded evening pants ala Judy (or Liza!) and a 90s sully...

New at MagsRags.net a 40s to 50s coral day dress with cotton eyelet trim a 1920s silvery metal hat display stand with flex spring and pull cord

Can you snip a bit from an inner seam to do a fiber burn test? How- To from our Fabric resource

My recollection was that there was an Australian connection for "Chanel", and I found it that way.

It is looking more like a blouson to me, and when I enlarge the photos, the waist treatment looks like shirring. the pleating looks tiny enough to be crystal pleating.Re: designer, so difficult to know. There were so many companies out there making good RTW back in the day. Without any labels...