1940s Green & Chocolate Music Print Novelty Swing Dress designer-la-mendola The neckline plunges quit low

The neckline plunges quit low behind the tie

The color of the silk is absolutely gorgeous - it is a soft blush pink - a touch richer in hue in person then how it photoed

It is a perfect balance of sexy and dramatic - just what Ford excelled at

An unusual strap would expose each shoulder but still give the illusion of a a "sleeve"

It is strapless and insanely short and the fabric is gathered along each side to create a soft ruched feel

1940s Green & Chocolate Music Print Novelty Swing Dress designer-la-mendola The neckline plunges quit lowThis little silky rayon swing dress from the 1940s has a vivid and unusual print that covers it head to toe. It is one of those great novelty prints of the era and this one is musical with little dancing figures and instruments among party favors that swirl over the entire surface of the dress. I love the grass green against the brown backdrop its an unusual color combo too. The cut is simple and flattering with those great forties details collectors