1940s Violet Blue Dress with Stones 1940_shoes 16" to edges of pads

16" to edges of pads

the ball measures 3" (the outsole which extends past the shoe measures wide at close to 3 1/4") and the heels are 3 3/4"

1950s cotton swirl print sundress by Cole of California

sort of bucket shaped

1940s Violet Blue Dress with Stones 1940_shoes 16" to edges of pads1940s violet blue rayon crepe dress. Hard to capture the true color but it's definitely blue, not purple although there is a purplish undertone to the fabric. Bodice is fitted with long sleeves, small collar and a dropped waist. There is horizontal trimming with small clear stones. Skirt is gathered into the dropped waist seam. Shoulders have small pads the dress closes with a side metal zipper and cinches at the waist with a self belt. Structurally