Reason for Make Do & Mend:

Ex-Photoshoot item.

The 1943 ‘Brenda’ Dress in authentic 40’s floral print with classic pleated neckline is finished with contrasting covered buttons and tie belt, and gorgeous long puff sleeves. The lovely Crepe de Chine fabric is authentic 40’s style Rayon and soft to the touch, and easy care too. This fabric is a 100% natural fibre, no synthetic yarn or Lycra in any of our garments.

Dress Size Guide:

Size UK 8: EU 36: US 4
Bust: 32″
Waist: 25″ but with belt so can be reduced.
Hip: 34″ except ‘Freesize’ which is a very flared swing skirt shape.

Size UK 10: EU 38: US 6
Bust: 34″
Waist: 27″ but with a belt so can be reduced.
Hip: 36″ except ‘Freesize’ which is a very flared swing skirt shape.

Size UK 12: EU 40: US 8
Bust: 36″
Waist: 29″ but with a belt so can be reduced.
Hip:38″ except ‘Freesize’ which is a very flared swing skirt shape.

Size UK 14: EU 42: US 10
Bust: 38″
Waist: 31″ but with a belt so can be reduced.
Hip: 40″ except ‘Freesize’ which is a very flared swing skirt shape.

Size UK 16: EU 44: US 12
Bust: 40″
Waist: 33″ but with a belt so can be reduced.
Hip: 42″ except ‘Freesize’ which is a very flared swing skirt shape.