The Classic Shirtwaist

from $120.00

The basic shirtwaist dress is a simple, yet commonly seen, staple of a woman’s 1940s wardrobe on both sides of the Atlantic. Why? Because sometimes less is more, and simple is elegant.

Our Classic Shirtwaist is the perfect beginner retro garment, or an excellent addition to your 40s wardrobe. This simple garment can be customized in any number of ways to suit your needs, or asthetic. Whether you’re going for an urban dweller in Eastern Europe, or someone from rural America, this piece can be made to fit your look.

PLEASE NOTE: once you have purchased the garment, it will take up to 90 days for us to make it, and ship it out to you. These are not ready made and sitting in our store ready to ship. Also, fabric colors are entirely dependent upon what we have access to. Once we receive your order, we’ll reach out to you to get specifics with regard to fabric.

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The basic shirtwaist dress is a simple, yet commonly seen, staple of a woman’s 1940s wardrobe on both sides of the Atlantic. Why? Because sometimes less is more, and simple is elegant.

Our Classic Shirtwaist is the perfect beginner retro garment, or an excellent addition to your 40s wardrobe. This simple garment can be customized in any number of ways to suit your needs, or asthetic. Whether you’re going for an urban dweller in Eastern Europe, or someone from rural America, this piece can be made to fit your look.

PLEASE NOTE: once you have purchased the garment, it will take up to 90 days for us to make it, and ship it out to you. These are not ready made and sitting in our store ready to ship. Also, fabric colors are entirely dependent upon what we have access to. Once we receive your order, we’ll reach out to you to get specifics with regard to fabric.