The Classic Pretty Shirt Dress
It doesn’t get truer to the 1940s everyday woman’s staple than the shirt dress, and we simply can’t let go of this timeless style. Perfect for all shapes, sizes, and vintage moods, this is the ultimate base layer dress: classy and simple with just the right amount of detail. It smooths, flatters, and hugs in all the right places.
Effortlessly practical and comfortable for daily wear, yet polished enough to look like you’ve made an effort. And if you happen to end up at a dance? You’ll look cool, confident, and totally unique, with a skirt that wafts beautifully as you twirl across the floor.
Steeped in authentic 1940s inspiration, the Classic Pretty Shirt Dress features a traditional shirt-style bodice with an open neckline, three functional tortoiseshell buttons, and a side zip for ease. The matching belt cinches the waist to create that true hourglass silhouette, while the slightly flared skirt adds just the right amount of vintage swing.
Crafted from a soft, flattering poly/viscose blend with a touch of stretch, this dress offers the look of vintage with the comfort of modern wear. It’s a seasonless wardrobe staple you’ll return to time and time again - perfect for retro daywear, vintage events, or effortless everyday elegance.
Fabric: Poly/Viscose/Spandex
Length from natural waist: approx 26 inches
| SIZE | BUST | WAIST | HIPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | 86cm 34" |
66cm 26" |
89cm 35" |
| 10 | 91cm 36" |
71cm 28" |
94cm 37" |
| 12 | 96cm 38" |
76cm 30" |
99cm 39" |
| 14 | 102cm 40" |
81cm 32" |
104cm 41" |
| 16 | 108cm 42.5" |
87cm 34.5" |
110cm 43" |
| 18 | 114cm 44" |
93cm 36.5" |
116cm 45.5" |
Delivery
Enjoy free delivery on orders over £150.
For orders under £150, UK standard delivery is 2 to 4 working days — £4.50 EU standard delivery is 3 to 6 working days — £15 USA standard delivery is 3 to 6 working days — £20 International standard delivery is 5 to 10 working days — £20
Need it a little sooner? Express delivery is available.
A little note on duties: any applicable import taxes are calculated and added at checkout. We ship DDP (Delivered Duty Paid), which means we take care of everything on your behalf — your parcel passes straight through customs and arrives at your door with nothing more to do.
A little note on duties: any applicable import duties are calculated and added at checkout. We ship DDP (Delivered Duty Paid), which means we take care of everything on your behalf — your parcel passes straight through customs and arrives at your door with nothing more to do.
A little note on duties: import duties or taxes may be applied by your country's customs authority when your order arrives. We'd recommend checking your local customs guidelines before ordering if you're unsure — we'd hate for any surprises to take the shine off your new piece.
Returns
We offer a 30 day return window, just in case your piece isn't quite the one.
For all the finer details, you can visit our Delivery & Returns page.