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Vintage 1940's Long Sleeve Nightgown - Palest Peach Brushed Rayon with Keyhole Neck by Gordon Forest Mills

Vintage 1940's Long Sleeve Nightgown - Palest Peach Brushed Rayon with Keyhole Neck by Gordon Forest Mills

Regular price $183.00 USD
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This vintage 1930s to early 1940s nightgown by Gordon Forest Mills, a well known maker of cold weather wear from the Edwardian era through the 1940s. Made from a very warm and incredibly soft brushed rayon material that is plush on the outside and silky on the underside. Bias cut with long bishop style sleeves that puff at the shoulders and cinch at the cuffs. A Peter Pan collar and keyhole neckline that closes with a sweet little bow offers a bit of elegance. This beautiful gown hugs the figure nicely with attached ties to cinch the waist to your liking. A long A line skirt smooths the hips, falling to the ankle. Simply gorgeous and perfect for every-day wear.

Label: Gordon, Forset Mills

Era: 1930s-1940s

Material: Brushed rayon

Color: Pale peach

Size: Small, medium (please see measurements)

Condition: Hand washed and steamed with 2 tiny holes on the lower left side of the skirt above the hem.

Measurements:

• Taken seam to seam laying flat, relaxed, then doubled

• Maximum stretch given for comfort without applying stress to seams

Shoulder: 17"

Sleeve Length: 25"

Sleeve Coi: 20"

Sleeve Cuff: 8"

Bust: 34-36”

Waist: 30-34"

Hips: up to 43"

Length: 57” from shoulder to hem

Fit Notes: Brushed rayon is very stretchy, so it accommodates a variety of sizes. Gown is relatively loose in the waist and skirt, ties will make it more fitted. Gown drapes over the hip. A very, very flattering cut.

A Note on Buying Vintage

This is an antique or early vintage garment made from delicate materials such as silk, fine cotton, lace, or early synthetics. These textiles may display signs consistent with age, which includes:

• natural fiber fatigue
• gentle thinning at stress points
• subtle irregularities inherent to early manufacturing
• age-related softness or patina

These qualities are authentic to historic garments and are considered part of their character, not defects, unless otherwise stated.

Notable flaws, such as excessive wear, stains, holes, or rips will always be photographed and disclosed in the condition notes.

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