1940s Cotton Button Front Tunic House Topper designer-ruben-panis I was told that this

I was told that this was a runway piece and I would say that is not hard to see

Part of that fullness is because of the wide pleat work that circles the skirt and is so subtle and executed so perfectly that you really notice it upon close inspection only

The waist is nipped in and you can cinch it further with the original top stitched fabric belt that has a slide buckle so the line is not broken but buckles and holes

Really exceptional and rare piece

kind of feel

1940s Cotton Button Front Tunic House Topper designer-ruben-panis I was told that thisThis is a darling little piece and even though it is not perfect it is such a rare find that I think the girl who grabs it will treasure it. It is a wonderful example of printed cotton form the forties and would have been a little day dress topper for around the house. You can wear it now as a tunic or light jacket or even a mini. Pinwheels of color swirl across its surface and the colors are still bright and vibrant. It buttons down the front with