VTG 1970s Vuokko Cinnamon Wool Voile Mod and 48 similar items

Cool 1970s Vuokko Nurmesniemi shirt dress in fine wool voile, dyed in a rich cinnamon tone. The silhouette is straight-cut with a shirred elasticized waist, large front patch pockets, and 3/4 one-piece cuffed sleeves. Lightweight and unlined, it can be styled as either a shirt dress or worn open as a coat dress. Condition Excellent vintage condition. Clean, strong fabric with no flaws. Provenance Note Vuokko Nurmesniemi (b. 1930), a principal designer for Marimekko before founding her own label in 1964, is celebrated for her bold shapes, whimsical lines, and mastery of color. Pieces from her independent collections are sought-after examples of Finnish modernist design and wearable art. Style Aesthetics ? Scandinavian modernist chic ? Mod-meets-minimalism ? Sustainable Nordic fashion Styling Tips Belt for a defined waist and pair with tall boots for autumn. Wear open as a light coat over trousers and a turtleneck for Scandi street style. Accessorize with Marimekko or Vuokko scarves to echo Finnish design heritage. Measurements (laid flat) Bust: 50" Waist: 26?40" (elastic stretch) Hips: Free Shoulders: 17" Sleeve length (underarm): 14" Sleeve length (shoulder seam): 19" Total length: 49" Shoulder to waist: 19" Waist to hem: 30" Approx. Modern Size Marked size M but cut generously ? best fits US M?L (8?12) depending on styling preference. Fit Guide Elasticized waist allows versatility; comfortably suits heights 5?4??5?9?. Fabric / Materials 100% fine wool voile, unlined. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? Finnish designer wool, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, or if you're in a hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via UPS or FedEx! INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!