Women's 1950s Vintage Cocktail Party Swing Dress Cap-Sleeve

I used the manufacturer's size chart (shown along the left side with the alternate images of the dress) in order to select the size rather than using the Amazon chart. I would normally wear a medium but the manufacturer's chart recommended a large. I am glad I purchased the large because the fit was perfect! Very flattering and not too tight. The waistline sash accentuates the look. Although I purchased a petticoat to wear underneath, I like the look without one and would say that it isn't necessary. I was impressed by the high quality of the material and craftsmanship. I highly recommend this dress!

I am so delighted with my purchase! I bought this in three patterns and loved each one. It for a tad larger than I expected, but I was also compensating for the fact there was no stretch and I was worried the sizing would run a big small. Once belted, though, the minor amount of extra fabric is not an issue at all and the overall look is just darling. The dresses are well-made and fit very nicely and I love all of the patterns available. I'm really so stoked that everything went so well -- buying dresses (or any clothing!) online can be tricky, but this really worked out well!

The pattern is exactly as pictured, crisp white with an elegant blue victorian pattern. I love the little cap sleeves. They dont bind or pinch at all on me and I wouldnt say my arms are "fit." My measurements are 38-34-46. In a pear shaped size 12, 5 foot tall, 155lbs. So these style of flared dresses do a nice job of modestly concealing my big hips! This dress comes just a few inches below my knee so most taller gals would be knee length for you. I could fit the L but it was a littme snug in the waist, while the XL gave me waist room but was too large in the bust. The material has some stretch so the L wasnt too tight for comfort. I ended up returning because of the neckline for though. I tried both the large and the XL but both had the same problem, although was better with the large. This dress has wide shoulders. I do not. So the slightly boat neckline wouldnt lay flat and kept puckering in the middle. It wasnt too bad in the large but the XL would have required alteration if I kept it. So thats why I gave it r stars and returned. The fit isnt great for a petite frame but with some minor alteration, it is a very nice dress. The fabric isn't cheap or scratchy and really looks more exoensive than it is.

I LOVED this dress! I bought the blue floral print on white for my sisters wedding and it was perfect! I'ts very light and comfy and yet very dressy! The material is just thick enough that a slip may be optional, and great for any bra/panties. I also loved the twirl skirt too! I got lots of compliments in this dress! I'm 5' 6" and about 130lbs and the small fit perfect! Even the shipping was pretty quick! So I definitely recommend this dress!! I cant wait to wear it again!

This dress was ridiculously small. The cut was completely off, although the picture looks a lot like other dresses that I've seen only and that fit reasonably. I believe I used the size chart to make my decision (I usually do) and the print was so alluring so I really wanted it to work, but the waist was up to my chest! No bueno. It reminds me a lot of how many times I've been burnt by Asian sellers and their confusing clothes that simply aren't made for my body type.

I'm still debating whether to send this back or not. The color is a beautiful sky blue and the dress seems well made. I ordered based on measurements (36/29/38, 5'9.5") and the bust and waist sized fit fine, but my torso is much longer than their petite asian dress forms, so the waist doesn't hit at my actual waist, but about 3 inches up. This makes the petticoat designed to fit the skirt stick out 3 inches below the skirt (which hit just above my knee) and also makes me look like I'm wearing a babydoll dress instead of a vintage tea dress (and kind of makes me look pregnant). I'm considering trying to cut it apart and add some length in the middle (maybe with the fabric from the sash?) but the zipper goes halfway down the skirt so I'm not sure how I'd work around that. Measuring the bodice, the waistline is about 16 inches from the shoulder seam, so hopefully that will help someone else with their measurements decide whether or not to order this dress. Edit: I ended up keeping it and taking the skirt off, opening up the sash and adding it to the bodice, and putting it all back together. Looks great now, but a lot of work on an off-the-rack dress.

The fabric is beautiful and the dress is very well made. More than worth the money, but it is WAY TOO SMALL. I ordered an XXL and I wear a 16 in US sizes. Even for a garment made in China, it's very small. Its about 4 or more full sizes too small. Im only 5'2' tall and it falls an inappropriate 4 inches above my knee and lacks about 6 inches from being able to zip. Its a really lovely garment and a beautiful print, I wish I could keep it. The dress is a girls XXL, this cant be an adult (or even missy) size.

I'm 5'8" and curvy and weigh just shy of 200lbs. The XXL fit perfectly and sits above my knee cap so I'm nervous it's too short for my age (I'm 46). I have a similar dress bought off Amazon (different vendor) and get compliments from EVERYONE so I thought I'd get this with the cap sleeve. I usually order dresses to fit my curves off a custom-made dress website and needed a cheaper alternative. Bought this to test this brand and it does not disappoint! It fits GREAT. You cannot beat a cute cotton adorable dress for this price! I cannot attest to the wash-and-wear part of casual dressing since I just got it, but I plan on washing in cold water, delicate and line drying.