Late 70’s Early 80’s Safari Style Shirt Dress by Pelaco

$45.00

In stock

Description

“PELACO is an iconic Australian textile brand–famous for its shirts. Founded by owners James Pearson and James (Lindsay) Law in the 1910’s in Richmond. The name is derived from the initials from the surnames of the owners At its peak in the early 1950’s it had 10 factories one of which was at Moolap (opened in 1949) this factory specialised in collar.” Source: https://www.facebook.com/833554306799922/posts/pelaco-is-an-iconic-australian-textile-brand-famous-for-its-shirts-founded-by-ow/1580529968769015/

Pelaco is a very old Melbourne label, originally specialising in quality mens shirts. This retro safari style dress shows all the quality of mens shirt tailoring in it’s wonderful details. From the button down pocket & sleeves & the all-over very smart, crisp design.

It feels like a medium weight textured cotton & is in excellent condition. The dress would best fit an Australian size 10.

The pith helmet featured in the photo is not for sale.