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Cool dress! I agree with late 70s/early 80s. BTW, we don't authenticate or assist with value/pricing.

I, for one, never realized there was a difference between deadstock and new old stock, thanks. :)

How sad! I've avoided Hobby Lobby on principle but I guess I'll have no choice now. I abandoned my sewing interests long ago but I'm curious... what B&M options are there now for fabric?

Can you add a clear photo of the brand label, please? Check SOLD prices on eBay for an idea of value. It's a common brand and comparables should be easy to find.

I agree. I've seen that label before, too. Cool shirt!

This is a screenshot from eBay's helpful clothing size chart page:

Sorry, but per forum rules, we can neither authenticate nor valuate your item. Best of luck! https://forums.vintagefashionguild.org/pages/Welcome-to-the-VFG-Forums-please-read/

I think no older than 1970s based on the presence of a percentage listed for fabric content. I've found that 1960s stuff lists fabric content but doesn't usually give percentages.

Very pretty! Looks home-sewn to me, in the 1990s Laura Ashley style.

I think 1970s, too. I seem to remember reading somewhere (can't remember where) that fabric content percentages on labeling began to be required in the 70s. Also, I see dry cleaning and iron symbols on the care label. I believe they were introduced in the mid-70s.

According to our Label Resource, that particular Canadian union label was in use from 1968-84. The other labeling makes me think it is no earlier than 1980s. If you provide measurements of the dress, we may be able to help with estimating current size equivalent.

Hi, Peachy, per forum rules we don't authenticate here but perhaps someone will be able to assist with dating. :) I believe size 13 would indicate a junior's size.

I find none like yours (sometimes called railroad/engineer stripe) that SOLD on eBay for over $35 and there are several currently up for sale as buy-it-now for $12-15. Perhaps you can educate us on what you've "read and seen" that indicates they are rare? I may be missing something as children's...

I see 18ct for 18 carat gold. Was there another mark that you meant to inquire about?

Sorry, but if there are no tags or labels, how do you know that it is Lanvin?

It looks contemporary to me... like something from Coldwater Creek. Perhaps if we could see construction details?

Unfortunately, there's not much info about LUIS-MARI in our Label Resource.

The tones of the pink and blue colors look 50s/60s to me but I'm only able to give you my general feeling, I do not claim to be an expert. :)

It does look like contemporary "fast fashion" to me. Let's see what others think!

I, too, think it looks like faux fur based on the photos provided. Close-ups needed. :) Nevertheless, it looks stunning on you!

I can't discern the uppermost word but within the slanted box I think I see "Prints".

What is the width? Is it quilted nylon? It appears to be, and that and the colorway make it appear 1950s/60s to me, like something used to make a bedjacket or robe. Pretty!

I agree that the stamped number quite likely indicates 1952. From what I recall (when I had some vintage American military garments), the US incorporates the date into some stamped or printed numbers in the garment, too. What a cool find!

What an interesting fabric, I love it! Sort of makes me think of fish scales. Are there any labels or tags? I don't believe it would have any "cultural value" that would interest a museum, but I'm sure it has much sentimental value. :)

A previous owner may have removed it. In order to estimate the size of a suit jacket, this is what I was once told: Measure the jacket, closed, from armpit to armpit. Double that measurement then subtract 4 inches (this allows for ease). Your final number is an estimate of the size of the...

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Our label resource indicates your ACWA label was used from 1962-1976. Apparently, the number written across the left side was red in the early part of that date range, then was changed to black. (One source claims this change happened in 1968.) Lovely suit!

Looks like it was from the Chicago store "ULTIMO", which apparently closed in 2010 after 40 years of business. HERE's a long write-up on it.

That's not a union/ILGWU label that you show. It may, however, still be helpful. I believe it is the mid-1980s when five launder/care symbols began being used on clothing but others here may know more precisely.