Note, the square neckline was not sewn exactly to my spec and the pleat at the  corner needs a tiny stitch to hold in place.  It's totally wearable as is, but only 95% perfect! If you've already purchased this dress and we haven't managed to track you down for a 50% discount should you wish to keep it please get in touch with Charlie mailorder@whatkatiedid.com

Elegant, refined and beautifully versatile, our Caroline 1950s Blue Fitted Dress offers a sleeker take on classic mid-century style. Featuring the same flattering bodice as the swing version—with its graceful square neckline, wide bra-friendly straps and carefully tailored waist—it’s made from our exclusive deep blue floral cotton print, designed in-house and inspired by an original 1950s pattern.

At a Glance:

Colour	Blue
Fabric composition	100% Cotton
Details	Metal ykk zip at back. Plus pockets!
Country of manufacture	India

• We adore this beautiful 50s purple dress. Not only does it hark back to the halcyon days of Hollywood, it has exactly the right retro feel that is so difficult to get right with reproduction vintage designs.

  Exclusive 1950s Dress & Print Design

  The print is designed by us so is exclusive to What Katie Did. The purple colour has been chosen to match the tone of our purple seamed stockings although it would also look fabulous when worn with our plain black or contrast black seamed nylons. Wear with our black cotton Jayne cardigan for a year-round outfit.

   

• Our Thomasina 50s dress is designed to fit your waist snugly to show off your curves. The waist is a little smaller than some of our other clothing styles, matching the waistline of our Rita and Minnie dresses. Please check your waist measurement on our sizing page before ordering.

  This dress has a metal YKK zip opening at the back and measures 29” (74cm) waist to hemline measurement (size UK 12 / US 8).

  It’s made ethically in our main factory in India from 100% cotton.

   

Caroline Dress Measurements	Bust	Waist	Hip
UK 8 / US 4	33" (84 cm)	24" (61 cm)	38" (96.5cm)
UK 10 / US 6	35" (89 cm)	26" (66 cm)	40" (101.5cm)
UK 12 / US 8	37" (94 cm)	28" (71 cm)	42" (106.5cm)
UK 14 / US 10	39" (99 cm)	30" (76 cm)	44" (112cm)
UK 16 / US 12	41" (104 cm)	32" (81 cm)	46" (117cm)
UK 18 / US 14	43" (109 cm)	34" (86.5 cm)	48" (122cm)
UK 20 / US 16	45" (114.5 cm)	36" (91.5 cm)	50" (127cm)

Waist to hemline measures 29” (74cm) in a UK size 12 / US 8.

Instead of a full circle skirt, this version falls into a more fitted, straight silhouette that skims the hips for a streamlined, sophisticated look. It’s the ideal choice for anyone who loves vintage elegance but prefers a cleaner, more understated shape. And yes—just like its sister style—it has pockets.

Perfect for both day and evening, the Caroline fitted dress can be styled simply with flats and a cardigan, or elevated with seamed stockings and a classic heel for a polished night-time ensemble. Made in very limited quantities and finished with a high-quality YKK zip, it blends timeless design with everyday wearability.

Ethically produced in our main factory in India from 100% cotton, the Caroline 1950s Blue Fitted Dress is effortlessly chic—and destined to become a go-to favourite for all seasons.