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    ‘Dee Dee’ Red Polka Dot Vintage Full Circle Dress

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    Available to preorder for dispatch on the 24th June. Any additional items purchased with this will be sent together. This super cute Red polka dot dress, features an off-the-shoulder, Bardot style neckline which radiates vintage glamour with classical angled sleeves and a bateau straight back neckline. It is made from a high quality, stretch cotton, with a satin lined & front boned bodice and a concealed zip at the back for smooth fit. The waist does not have any belt loops which gives you the choice to wear this dress with or without the free red belt. The skirt section is full circle with lashings of fabric and looks great when worn with one of our fluffy Ivory or Red petticoats. We advise to check our size guide at the bottom of the page before ordering. Accessorise with our Lover's rock red heart clutch bag. Fabric composition: 95% cotton, 3% elastane We advise to check our size guide before ordering.

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    Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm. Hips are free.
    UK Size EU Size US Size Bust (in/cm) Waist (in/cm) Hips (in/cm)
    8 36 4 32"/ 81cm 26"/ 66cm -
    10 38 6 34"/ 86cm 28in/ 71cm -
    12 40 8 36"/ 91cm 30"/ 76cm -
    14 42 10 38"/ 97cm 32"/ 81cm -
    16 44 12 40"/ 102cm 34"/ 86cm -
    18 46 14 42"/ 107cm 36"/ 91cm -
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  • ‘Dee Dee’ Leopard Print 50s Style Full Circle Dress

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    Made in the UK. A wild dress for wild times, our seductively animalistic ‘Dee Dee’ dress in this fierce feline Leopard print, has roared her way into our SS19 collection.    She features an off-the-shoulder, bardot style neckline which radiates vintage glamour with classical angled sleeves and a bateau back neckline. It is made from a high quality, stretch cotton, with a satin lined & front boned bodice and a concealed zip at the back for smooth fit. The waist does not have any belt loops which gives you the choice to wear this dress with or without it's matching 2 inch belt. The skirt section is full circle with lashings of fabric and looks great when worn with one of our fluffy black petticoats. We advise to check our size guide at the bottom of the page before ordering. Wear with our 'Winging It' retro cat eye sunglasses and our Leopard 'Lover's Rock' bag Fabric composition: 97% cotton, 3% elastane We advise to check our size guide before ordering.

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    Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm. Hips are free.
    UK Size EU Size US Size Bust (in/cm) Waist (in/cm) Hips (in/cm)
    8 36 4 32"/ 81cm 26"/ 66cm -
    10 38 6 34"/ 86cm 28in/ 71cm -
    12 40 8 36"/ 91cm 30"/ 76cm -
    14 42 10 38"/ 97cm 32"/ 81cm -
    16 44 12 40"/ 102cm 34"/ 86cm -
    18 46 14 42"/ 107cm 36"/ 91cm -
      As we are an independent and only produce small quantities our sizes vary slightly from style to style. Please be careful when pulling the zip up & check our size guide below before ordering. All garments have been carefully measured, therefore to ensure the very best fit, we suggest taking your own body measurements, whilst wearing light-weight clothing/ underwear and standing up straight, and compare these to our size chart.
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  • ‘Dee Dee’ Black Polka Dot Full Circle Dress

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    Available to preorder for dispatch on the 24th June. Any additional items purchased with this will be sent together. Made in the UK. A spotty sensation! This perfect piece of glamour is cut from the finest quality stretch cotton with a traditionally front boned, satin lined bodice and dreamy full circle skirt section. She also has a concealed zip at the back for smooth fit. The waist doesn't have any belt loops which gives you the choice to wear this dress with it's matching 2 inch belt or without . To create a full on 50s look just pop one of our fluffy black petticoats underneath, and wear with our large black 50's cartwheel hat and a pair of our Beloved sunglasses. We advise to check our size guide at the bottom of the page before ordering. Fabric: 95% cotton, 3% elastane

    Size chart

    Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm. Hips are free.
    UK Size EU Size US Size Bust (in/cm) Waist (in/cm) Hips (in/cm)
    8 36 4 32"/ 81cm 26"/ 66cm -
    10 38 6 34"/ 86cm 28in/ 71cm -
    12 40 8 36"/ 91cm 30"/ 76cm -
    14 42 10 38"/ 97cm 32"/ 81cm -
    16 44 12 40"/ 102cm 34"/ 86cm -
    18 46 14 42"/ 107cm 36"/ 91cm -
      As we are an independent and only produce small quantities our sizes vary slightly from style to style. Please be careful when pulling the zip up & check our size guide below before ordering. All garments have been carefully measured, therefore to ensure the very best fit, we suggest taking your own body measurements, whilst wearing light-weight clothing/ underwear and standing up straight, and compare these to our size chart.
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  • ‘Matilda’ Dusty Pink Peter Pan Collar Full Circle Dress

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    Oh you pretty thing! Our new style, the Matilda 50s dress in Pink. She’s one chic little cutie, cut from a soft drape crepe, with contrast Peter-Pan collars, front buttoned bodice and a belt. She can be worn with or without the belt and if you'd like to create a full on 50s look, then just pop one of our fluffy ivory petticoats underneath. For a casual daytime look, wear without the petticoat and slip on some sneakers! Wear with our 'The Crystals' pink 50s sunglasses, Alice faux pearl bracelet and white vintage sun parasol Fabric: 92% Polyester, 8% Elastane

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    UK Size EU Size US Size Bust (in/cm) Waist (in/cm) Length- top of collar to hem (in/cm)
    8 36 4 32"/ 81cm 27"/ 67cm 43"/ 109cm
    10 38 6 34"/ 86cm 29"/ 72cm 43.5"/ 110cm
    12 40 8 36"/ 91cm 31"/ 77cm 44"/ 112cm
    14 42 10 38"/ 97cm 33"/ 83cm 44.5"/ 113cm
    16 44 12 40"/ 102cm 35"/ 88cm 45"/ 114cm
    18 46 14 42"/ 107cm 37"/ 93cm 45.5"/ 116cm
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  • Rhonda’s Revenge Cherry Blossom 50s Pencil Dress

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    Back in stock and last batch! Designed & manufactured in the UK

    Bring some adorable cuteness to your wardrobe with this darling little number, our Rhonda’s Revenge dress in cherry blossom on an ivory ground.  

    This dainty little number features an off-the-shoulder, bardot style neckline with classical angled sleeves and a straight back neckline with a satin lined and front boned bodice. It has a concealed zip at the back for smooth fit and an 7in/18cm vent to the rear of the skirt to allow you to wiggle freely. This dress looks super cute with our 'Mod' retro 2 tone sunglasses and cherry blossom geisha fan. Fabric: 96% Cotton, 4% Spandex. The fabric only has a little stretch so we advise to check our size chart before ordering.

    Size chart

    Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm.
    UK Size US Size US Size Bust (in/cm) Waist (in/cm) Hips (in/cm) Bodice Length- from top of bodice (below shoulder) to waist seam 
    8 36 4 32"/81cm 26"/66cm 34"/86cm 38.5cm
    10 38 6 34"/86cm 28in/71cm 36"/91cm 39"cm
    12 40 8 36"/91cm 30"/76cm 38"/97cm 39.5cm
    14 42 10 38"/97cm 32"/81cm 40"/102cm 40cm
    16 44 12 40"/102cm 34"/86cm 42"/107cm 40.5cm
    18 46 14 42"/107cm 36"/91cm 44"/112cm 41cm
      As we are an independent and only produce small quantities our sizes vary slightly from style to style. All garments have been carefully measured, therefore to ensure the very best fit, we suggest taking your own body measurements, whilst wearing light-weight clothing/ underwear and standing up straight, and compare these to our size chart.
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  • ‘Matilda’ Ivory Peter Pan Collar 50s Dress

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    Summertime & the livin is easy, fish are jumping, and our dresses are fly. This dreamy number has just graced our summer collection, our New 'Matilda' full circle dress in Ivory with lavender contrast Peter Pan collar, buttons and belt. She can be worn with or without the belt and if you'd like to create a full on 50s look, then just pop one of our fluffy lavender petticoats underneath. For a casual daytime look, wear without the petticoat and slip on some sneakers! Wear with our JoJo Lilac sunglasses, Ivory satin gloves.and Belle Cartwheel hat. Fabric: 92% Polyester, 8% Elastane

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    UK Size EU Size US Size Bust (in/cm) Waist (in/cm) Length- top of collar to hem (in/cm)
    8 36 4 32"/ 81cm 27"/ 67cm 43"/ 109cm
    10 38 6 34"/ 86cm 29"/ 72cm 43.5"/ 110cm
    12 40 8 36"/ 91cm 31"/ 77cm 44"/ 112cm
    14 42 10 38"/ 97cm 33"/ 83cm 44.5"/ 113cm
    16 44 12 40"/ 102cm 35"/ 88cm 45"/ 114cm
    18 46 14 42"/ 107cm 37"/ 93cm 45.5"/ 116cm
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  • ‘Suzie Q’ Red 50s Style Shorts

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    🎵Who wears short shorts… We wear short shorts…🎶 It’s time to get your pins out with our 50’s style ‘Suzie Q’ shorts. These little scorchers are high waisted, have pockets, side zip, and are fastened with a silver metal button. Pair with our Red Señorita Fan and Black Jenny Be Good sunglasses. Fabric: 97% cotton, 3% spandex. Small Fit

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    UK Size EU Size US Size Length (Top to hem)(in/cm) Waist (in/cm)
    8 36 4 13.5"/ 34cm 26"/ 66cm
    10 38 6 14"/ 36cm 28"/ 71cm
    12 40 8 14.5"/ 37cm 30"/ 76cm
    14 42 10 15"/ 38cm 32"/ 81cm
    16 44 12 15.5"/ 39cm 34"/ 86cm
    18 46 14 16"/ 41cm 36"/ 91cm
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  • ‘Dee Dee’ Houndstooth Full Circle Dress

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    Made in the UK. New in, our Dee Dee dress in sophisticated, classic Houndstooth. This perfect piece of glamour is cut from the finest quality stretch cotton with a traditionally front boned, satin lined bodice and dreamy full circle skirt section. She also has a concealed zip at the back for smooth fit. The waist doesn't have any belt loops which gives you the choice to wear this dress with it's matching 2 inch belt or without . To create a full on 50s look just pop one of our fluffy Ivory petticoats underneath and wear with our large black 50's cartwheel hat and vintage style black satin gloves. We advise to check our size guide at the bottom of the page before ordering. Fabric: 97% cotton, 3% spandex

    Size chart

    Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm. Hips are free.
    UK Size EU Size US Size Bust (in/cm) Waist (in/cm) Hips (in/cm)
    8 36 4 32"/ 81cm 26"/ 66cm -
    10 38 6 34"/ 86cm 28in/ 71cm -
    12 40 8 36"/ 91cm 30"/ 76cm -
    14 42 10 38"/ 97cm 32"/ 81cm -
    16 44 12 40"/ 102cm 34"/ 86cm -
    18 46 14 42"/ 107cm 36"/ 91cm -
      As we are an independent and only produce small quantities our sizes vary slightly from style to style. Please be careful when pulling the zip up & check our size guide below before ordering. All garments have been carefully measured, therefore to ensure the very best fit, we suggest taking your own body measurements, whilst wearing light-weight clothing/ underwear and standing up straight, and compare these to our size chart.
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  • ‘Dixie Doll’ Prince of Wales Pinafore Pencil Skirt

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    Made in the UK. Capture that perfect 1950s chic in our new ''Dixie Doll' pencil skirt in classic Prince of Wales check. It has adjustable and detachable braces with 4 functional buttons at the front and back to allow you to change the length of the straps. It is cut from a high quality stretch crepe fabric. This skirt is tight fitting so will really embrace your curves. Please measure yourself and compare these to our size chart before buying as our sizes can vary slightly depending on material and our products not being mass produced. Fabric: 97% Polyester, 3% Spandex Style with a plain white t-shirt, pair of 50's sunglasses and our four ring clutch bag, for an uber cool, chic look.

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    UK Size EU Size US Size Waist (in/cm) Hips (in/cm) Length (in/cm)
    8 36 4 27"/69cm 36"/91cm 28"/71cm
    10 38 6 29"/74cm 38"/97cm 28"/71cm
    12 40 8 31"/79cm 40"/102cm 28"/71cm
    14 44 10 33"/84cm 42"/107cm 28"/71cm
    16 46 12 35"/89cm 44"/112cm 28"/71cm
    18 46 14 37"/94cm 46"/117cm 28"/71cm
      As we are an independent and only produce small quantities our sizes vary slightly from style to style. All garments have been carefully measured, therefore to ensure the very best fit, we suggest taking your own body measurements whilst wearing light-weight clothing/ underwear and standing up straight, and compare these to our size chart.
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  • ‘Dee Dee’ Red Drape Full Circle Party Dress

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    Available to preorder for dispatch on the 24th June. Any additional items purchased with this will be sent together. Made in Britain. A totally show stopping extravaganza. Our gracefully glamorous ‘Dee Dee’ dress in Ruby Drape, has lashings of red flowing fabric and comes with a matching 2” belt. It features an off-the-shoulder, bardot style neckline with classical angled sleeves and a bateau straight back neckline. It is made from a high quality, stretch crepe, with a satin lined & front boned bodice and a concealed zip at the back for smooth fit. The waist does not have any belt loops which gives you the choice to wear this dress with or without it's matching 2 inch belt. The skirt section is full circle with lashings of fabric and is worn here with one of our fluffy red petticoats. Accessorise with our Jumbo cherry earrings and Red Lover's Rock clutch bag. Fabric: Luxe Crepe, 92% Polyester, 8% Elastane We advise to check our size guide at the bottom of the page before ordering. This dress has quite a bit of stretch so if you want a super-tight bodice you may want to size down. 

    Size chart

    Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm. Hips are free.
    UK Size EU Size US Size Bust (in/cm) Waist (in/cm) Hips (in/cm)
    8 36 4 32"/ 81cm 26"/ 66cm -
    10 38 6 34"/ 86cm 28in/ 71cm -
    12 40 8 36"/ 91cm 30"/ 76cm -
    14 42 10 38"/ 97cm 32"/ 81cm -
    16 44 12 40"/ 102cm 34"/ 86cm -
    18 46 14 42"/ 107cm 36"/ 91cm -
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  • ‘Frida met La Catrina’ 50s Pencil Dress

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    Made in the UK 🇬🇧 and limited Edition. Our blissful border print dress ‘Frida met La Catrina’ with a glorious array of colours on a Navy background rolling into the amazing border of the wonderful Frida Kahlo and La Calavera Catrina paintings around the skirt section. This halterneck pencil dress is made from the finest quality cotton with a lined bodice and elasticated back panel which adds a little stretch to the waist and bust area but the hips are non-stretch. There is also a concealed zip at the side of the bodice and an 8" vent at the back of the skirt to allow you to wiggle freely. Fabric composition: 100% Cotton with an elasticated back panel to allow stretch around the bust and waist. Wear with our Belle Cartwheel hat, Señorita Turquoise fan and sugar skull earrings. We advise to check our size chart before ordering.

    Size chart

    Length from shoulder to hem is 42"/ 107cm.
    UK Size EU Size US Size Bust (in/cm) Waist (in/cm) Hips (in/cm)
    8 36 4 32"/ 81cm 26"/ 66cm 34"/ 86cm
    10 38 6 34"/ 86cm 28in/ 71cm 36"/ 91cm
    12 40 8 36"/ 91cm 30"/ 76cm 38"/ 97cm
    14 42 10 38"/ 97cm 32"/ 81cm 40"/ 102cm
    16 44 12 40"/ 102cm 34"/ 86cm 42"/ 107cm
    18 46 14 42"/ 107cm 36"/ 91cm 44"/ 112cm
     
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  • ‘Matilda’ Lavender Peter Pan Collar Full Circle Dress

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    New summertime charm, our elegant Matilda full-circle dress in lavender. she has contrast Peter-pan collars, buttons and a belt. With style and grace, she perfectly captures that charismatic cuteness of 50s dresses. She can be worn with or without the belt and if you'd like to create a full on 50s look, then just pop one of our fluffy lavender petticoats underneath. For a casual daytime look, wear without the petticoat and slip on some sneakers! Wear with our JoJo Lilac sunglasses, Alice faux pearl bracelet and white vintage sun parasol. Fabric: 92% Polyester, 8% Elastane

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    UK Size EU Size US Size Bust (in/cm) Waist (in/cm) Length- top of collar to hem (in/cm)
    8 36 4 32"/ 81cm 27"/ 67cm 43"/ 109cm
    10 38 6 34"/ 86cm 29"/ 72cm 43.5"/ 110cm
    12 40 8 36"/ 91cm 31"/ 77cm 44"/ 112cm
    14 42 10 38"/ 97cm 33"/ 83cm 44.5"/ 113cm
    16 44 12 40"/ 102cm 35"/ 88cm 45"/ 114cm
    18 46 14 42"/ 107cm 37"/ 93cm 45.5"/ 116cm
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  • Unicorn 50s Pencil Dress

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    Made in the UK 🇬🇧 and limited Edition. Something fabulous for all you magical creatures 🦄 Escape from reality with our enchanting Unicorn rockabilly dress, splashed with gold stars. This halterneck pencil dress is made from the finest quality cotton with a lined bodice and elasticated back panel which adds a little stretch to the waist and bust area but the hips are non-stretch. There is also a concealed zip at the side of the bodice and an 8" vent at the back of the skirt to allow you to wiggle freely. Wear with our blue vintage sun parasol, hummingbird earrings and sin city sunglasses Please note: Print placement will vary slightly on each dress due to being a repeat pattern and not a placement. Fabric: 100% cotton. We advise to check our size chart before ordering.

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    Length from shoulder to hem is 42"/ 107cm.
    UK Size EU Size US Size Bust (in/cm) Waist (in/cm) Hips (in/cm)
    8 36 4 32"/ 81cm 26"/ 66cm 34"/ 86cm
    10 38 6 34"/ 86cm 28in/ 71cm 36"/ 91cm
    12 40 8 36"/ 91cm 30"/ 76cm 38"/ 97cm
    14 42 10 38"/ 97cm 32"/ 81cm 40"/ 102cm
    16 44 12 40"/ 102cm 34"/ 86cm 42"/ 107cm
    18 46 14 42"/ 107cm 36"/ 91cm 44"/ 112cm
     
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  • ‘Rhonda’s Revenge’ Black Watch Tartan Vintage 50s Pencil Dress

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    Made in the UK Rhonda's Revenge in Black Watch tartan is a scorching hot wiggle dress, perfect for any occasion. It features an off-the-shoulder, Bardot style, neckline which radiates vintage glamour with classical angled sleeves & a bateau straight back neckline. This dress is cut from a high quality, traditional woven tartan with a little stretch, which has a warm feel & the bodice is satin lined & front boned with a concealed zip at the back for smooth fit. There is also an 7in/18cm vent at the back of the skirt to allow you to wiggle freely and comes with a matching belt! Please note- This dress is a slightly smaller fit than our other Rhonda's Revenge dresses, as it only has a little stretch but is meant to be a tight wiggle so please be careful when pulling it up over the hips & check our size chart before ordering. Wear with our cute little Scotty dog earrings. Fabric: 63% Polyester, 34% Viscose, 3% Elastane.

    Size chart

    Length of skirt section is 27.5"/ 70cm.
    UK Size US Size US Size Bust (in/cm) Waist (in/cm) Hips (in/cm) Bodice Length- from top of bodice (below shoulder) to waist seam 
    8 36 4 32"/81cm 26"/66cm 34"/86cm 38.5cm
    10 38 6 34"/86cm 28in/71cm 36"/91cm 39cm
    12 40 8 36"/91cm 30"/76cm 38"/97cm 39.5cm
    14 42 10 38"/97cm 32"/81cm 40"/102cm 40cm
    16 44 12 40"/102cm 34"/86cm 42"/107cm 40.5cm
    18 46 14 42"/107cm 36"/91cm 44"/112cm 41cm
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  • Tallulah Lace Denim 50s Pencil Dress

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    A sassy new day dress for the new season, our 'Tallulah Lace' cut from a stretch denim. She has elegant ivory lace collars and cuffs with half length sleeves and an ivory belt. This dress looks equally as lovely when worn without the belt too! The bodice section has 3 ivory buttons which aren't just for show so they can be unfastened and there is a concealed zip at the back of the dress for smooth fit. The back of the skirt also has a vent to allow you to wiggle freely in this tight pencil. This wiggle is also available in a cute swing dress. Dress: 62% Cotton, 35% Polyester, 3% Spandex Lace: 67% Nylon, 33% Cotton DRY CLEAN ONLY Please note this dress only has a little stretch but is meant to be a tight fit. We advise to refer to our size chart before ordering.

    Size chart

    UK Size EU Size US Size Bust (in/cm) Waist (in/cm) Hips (in/cm) Length
    8 36 4 32"/81cm 26"/66cm 34"/86cm 44.5"/113cm
    10 38 6 34"/86cm 28"/71cm 36"/91cm 45"/114cm
    12 40 8 36"/91cm 30"/76cm 38"/97cm 45.5"/115cm
    14 42 10 38"/97cm 32"/81cm 40"/102cm 46"/117cm
    16 44 12 40"/102cm 34"/81cm 42"/107cm 46.5"/118cm
    18 46 14 42"/107cm 36"/91cm 44"/112cm 47"/119cm
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