{"product_id":"1940s-embroidered-linen-dress","title":"1940s Embroidered Linen Dress – Vintage Floral Folk Dress with Poppy \u0026 Cornflower Embroidery","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful 1940s embroidered dress in a crisp off-white linen or textured cotton, featuring vibrant floral embroidery across the bodice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe embroidery depicts delicate poppies, cornflowers and small wildflowers in rich tones of red, blue, yellow and green, creating a striking contrast against the light ground. The placement across the chest gives the piece a distinctly folk-inspired character, reminiscent of Central and Eastern European embroidery traditions that influenced garments of this period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe silhouette is softly structured with narrow shoulders and gentle puff sleeves, leading into a fitted waist and a straight, lightly skimming skirt typical of the late 1930s to 1940s transition. The front features large sculptural buttons, adding a beautiful design detail and enhancing the clean vertical line of the dress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fabric has a lovely weight and texture, likely linen or a heavier cotton weave, giving it both structure and breathability. The overall feel is romantic yet grounded — a true heirloom-style piece that feels both wearable and collectible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVery good vintage condition. The fabric is strong and fresh with the embroidery remaining vibrant and intact. Minor signs of wear consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sehnsucht Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52608398950747,"sku":null,"price":130.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/6278\/1531\/files\/630A7B9F-D468-48FD-87E1-75C83517B800.jpg?v=1773746050","url":"https:\/\/www.sehnsuchtcollection.com\/products\/1940s-embroidered-linen-dress","provider":"Sehnsucht Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}