What you?ll love about this Polly Flinders dress: This adorable 1950s girl?s party dress is a timeless example of Polly Flinders hand-smocked craftsmanship. Made from soft cotton in cotton candy pink, it features intricate smocking across the bodice, sweet puffed sleeves, and a full skirt that?s perfect for twirling. The high-quality construction and delicate detailing speak to a midcentury tradition of children?s special-occasion wear that?s now rarely seen outside vintage collections. Condition: Beautiful vintage condition for its age ? clean, soft, and well preserved. No visible flaws. Provenance Note: Polly Flinders was an American children?s wear brand famous from the 1940s through the 1970s for its heirloom-quality smocked dresses. Hand-smocking and fine cotton fabrics make these pieces beloved by vintage collectors, photographers, and costume designers alike. Style Aesthetics: ? heirloom charm?? collectible midcentury childrenswear?? sustainably vintage Evokes classic 1950s childhood nostalgia, storybook illustrations, and midcentury Easter dress tradition. Styling Tips: ? Perfect for vintage children?s portraits or period costume. ? Lovely for flower girl, Easter, or tea party styling. ? Could also be displayed as part of a vintage children?s collection. Measurements (inches, laid flat): Chest: 24? Waist: 22? Hips: free Shoulder to shoulder: 10? Shoulder to hem: 16? Waist to hem: 10? Approx. Size: 3T Fit Guide: Best for toddler girls around age 3; fitted bodice, full skirt. Fabric / Materials: Soft woven cotton; hand-smocked bodice; puff sleeves; midcentury construction. Sustainability Note: Sustainably vintage ? hand-finished cotton construction, built to last generations. Pop Culture Screen Style References: Channels Shirley Temple, Mad Men-era family portraits, and classic Americana children?s fashion. 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 seeking 1950s children?s or family costume looks. 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, though we usually process same or next day; or if you're in a real big hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via USPS or UPS. 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!