I’m happy to announce that Ashley P., author of the popular blog Bramblewood Fashion, is the winner of last week’s giveaway. I’ve written about modesty in fashion before, but Ashley makes that one of the big themes of her blog. It makes me happy to see young women proving that you don’t have to wear revealing clothes to be on the cutting edge of fashion. Bravo, Ashley! When Ashley receives her 1970s Hawaiian maxi, she has promised to show us how to style it to give it a modern vibe. (Hint: I think it will involve a belt!)
I have a soft spot in my heart for the 1960s dress I’m giving away this week. So soft that I’m separating it from the Chanel-inspired jacket that was made to match. Hey, it’s the closest thing I may ever have to a Chanel and it fits. I’m keeping it! The dress? Well, sadly the hip measurement does not permit me to wear it tastefully. Here’s what I desperately want you to understand about this dress: not many people living today have seen a dress so exquisitely made. It’s custom made by a very, very, very, very expert dressmaker who used the most sumptuous silk fabric you’ll ever see. Have I mentioned that the dressmaker was an expert seamstress? Are you hearing me?
It’s a special dress that should be worn by someone who really appreciates detail. Here it is with its original description, which includes the jacket I intend to keep.
1960 Floral Day Dress
She was young, beautiful, and adored by all, yet she was already close to the abyss.
Condition: Excellent/Exquisite/Mint
Description: This flawless French imported silk dress and jacket is expertly crafted by a very fine dressmaker. Periwinkle blue/kelly green floral dress has a jewel neckline trimmed with a flat bow. A long, flat box pleat runs the length of the dress from collar to hem. Short dolman sleeves with underarm gussets and diagonal bust darts. Front/back waist darts on the skirt. A 33” adjustable self-belt (snap closure defines the waist. The Chanel-inspired jacket is lined in ivory silk, weighted inside by chains at the waist for a drape of perfection. Two slits at the front princess seams and beautifully crafted self-buttons.
Measurement :
Overall size: Small
Bust: up to 37 inches
Waist: 28 inches
Hip: 36 inches
Dress Length: 40 inches
Sleeve Length: 6 inches
Shoulder to shoulder: 16.5 inches
Waist to hem: 23.5 inches
Label: Utah Tailoring, Mills Ogden
15 comments
The Thrifty Life for Me said:
June 22, 2012 at 4:40 pm
Congratulations, Ashley! 🙂
Ashley said:
July 2, 2012 at 7:20 pm
Ooh. Can I enter to try and win this dress? 🙂
I’ll be lettin my blog readers know of your giveaways in tomorrows post.
cjhammon said:
July 2, 2012 at 8:01 pm
I’d love it if you entered! This is an absolutely precious dress!
Rebecca said:
July 3, 2012 at 6:00 pm
How do I enter? This dress is beyond lovely!
Kathy Walden said:
July 3, 2012 at 6:45 pm
This dress would be perfect for a wedding next month, and the colors are exquisite. Love It!
cjhammon said:
July 4, 2012 at 3:20 pm
Exactly my thought! Would you like to enter the giveaway, Kathy? If so, I’ll count your comment as an entry. Be sure to check the measurements for fit. It’s a beauty!
Ashley said:
July 4, 2012 at 3:41 pm
Then enter me into the giveaway! 🙂
Elizabeth P. said:
July 4, 2012 at 5:14 pm
Wow! That is a beautiful dress! I would like to enter.
Anastasia said:
July 4, 2012 at 5:18 pm
Wow! This dress is GORGEOUS!!! I’d love to win it! Does this comment count as an entry? So, so, soooooooo pretty!
Anastasia
cjhammon said:
July 4, 2012 at 10:14 pm
I couldn’t agree more! Thank you for entering! I hope you continue to enjoy the blog. Can’t wait to check yours out.
cjhammon said:
July 4, 2012 at 10:14 pm
Done!
cjhammon said:
July 4, 2012 at 10:17 pm
My pleasure! I’m wishing you luck! There is a line forming which I’m so grateful to see. I love to see people wearing these gems from my collection!
K. Irene said:
July 5, 2012 at 2:14 pm
Hi ~ This dress is sooo pretty! I would love to enter! Could you count this comment as an entry? Thanks!
cjhammon said:
July 6, 2012 at 9:27 am
Absolutely! You’re in the drawing! Thanks for following along. It’s a pleasure to have new friends stop by!
Anastasia said:
July 6, 2012 at 8:34 pm
I have horrible news!!!
It looks like I’m too big for this dress!!!
NOOOOOOOOO!!!!
So, I guess you’ll have to take me out of the giveaway…(sobs)
But, happy for anybody who wins this dress!!!
Anastasia