This dress is really the reason that I started this blog. I, like so many other women that I know, love the 1950s era of tiny floral print, full skirts, and fitted bodice. In short, the height of feminine elegance. I tire of looking for vintage inspired dresses only to be able to find tattooed models wearing poorly made polyester imitations of the lovely retro styles. So, this blog is dedicated to proving that there is a faction (no matter how small) of women who like to wear vintage inspired clothing for the elegance and freshness of the style.
The dress pictured above is from Boden, and here’s what they have to say about it:
“A retro style which I am particularly fond of. Close your eyes and you could be sitting on a veranda at sunset, sipping a nice mint julep.”
It reminds me of a June Cleaver dress. It’s just the right amount of elegance combined with a simple practicality. Yup, I’d even vacuum in it!
Oh my … vacuuming in a June-Cleaver-esque housedress! What a fabulous description. Based on this single post alone, I think I will have to bookmark you and keep coming back to see what else you come up with!
You would look great in that dress!