1970s | Plaid Blouse | Mint - 12

Description:

Item:
Original 1970s plaid blouse in a fresh mint green tone, with a revere-style collar, button-front fastening and a clean check pattern in white and beige. Cut with a straight easy body and a lightly relaxed fit, giving it that simple everyday 1970s blouse shape. The soft pastel palette gives it a lighter feel than many darker period checks, making it especially easy to wear. As with good vintage polyester blends of this era, the fabric was made for durability, colour retention and shape, and feels very different in purpose to later cheap synthetic fast-fashion fabrics.

Era:
1970s

Condition:
Good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age and use. Presents well overall from the front, with the check pattern remaining crisp and clear.

Provenance Note:
This is a very useful 1970s blouse because it has all the right period cues in a softer, more understated way. The open collar and neat checked design keep it rooted in the decade, while the mint colourway gives it a bright, fresh look that still feels easy rather than loud. It is the sort of everyday vintage piece that works well because it is straightforward, wearable and clearly of its era without needing to shout.

Measurements:

Size on garment: N/A

Our modern sizing estimate: 12                                                                                                        

Shoulders: 20"

Bust: 36"

Waist at garment: 36"

Inner sleeve: 17"

Nape to hem: 24"

Condition Notes:

Please be aware. All our true vintage items come with a history, and minor signs of age, wear, or character should be expected. Any notable marks, damage, or repairs will always be clearly mentioned. This natural wear is part of what gives genuine vintage its individuality and authenticity. True vintage should not be confused with modern second-hand clothing

We photograph all garments using a professional, studio-grade imaging system designed to show colour, texture, and shape as accurately as possible. This setup was built specifically to give a true representation of each piece and avoid misleading presentation; however, we do not take photos of inside the garment. While we take great care in inspecting every piece, with true vintage it is always possible that a minor detail may be missed.

Sizing Notes:

Please compare these measurements to a similar item you already own, laid flat (rather than measuring your body). Start with the bust measurement, then check length. Vintage sizing runs small and cuts vary significantly from modern equivalents, so the measurements listed are the best guide to fit.

Our modern sizing estimates are based on bust measurements using the following sizing scale:

UK 6 (30–31")

UK 8 (32–33")

UK 10 (34–35")

UK 12 (36–37")

UK 14 (38–39")

UK 16 (40–41")

UK 18 (42–43")

UK 20 (44–45")

For jackets, knitwear, sweaters, and padded outerwear, we grade one size down to allow for structure, lining, bulk.or layering.

Buying true vintage clothing:

When buying true vintage clothing, you are buying a piece of clothing as an investment. We believe most of our true vintage items will hold or increase in value in years to come. We hope you will cherish your purchase.

Returns:

We are an independent micro business, and return postage costs are the responsibility of the buyer.

For UK orders, you have 14 days from delivery to exercise your right to return, and a further 14 days to send the item back. For Europe and International orders, returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.

Please see our returns policy page for full details.