The Ride Home | Easy Japanese 1940s Mandarin Collar Navy and White Checkered Shirtwaist Dress with POCKETS

The story:

Oh dear we have met another dress we've like to keep! This is a truly dangerous job, it is :D 

This seems simple enough, navy blue with white checks. But we don't know why, it speaks to us so much. It also helps that mandarin collars and hip pockets are so our style. 

Now... to measure it and see if it fits. Heehee. 

Pinned?: 

No. But it was belted to show how it looks when worn with one. Please refer to the details below for exact measurements.

Measurements:
All measurements are taken with the garment laid flat.
Please DOUBLE the measurements provided to get the approximate circumference measurements.
Alternatively, you can take a piece of your own clothing, lay it flat, measure it and make a comparison.

Approx. Size: S - M

Shoulders: 14in

Bust: Up to 20in

Waist: 14 - 18.5in (Elastic waist. has 2 belt loops)

Top Length: 16in

Total Length: 43in  

Hips: Up to 23in

Sleeves: 10in

Cuff: 7in

Armhole: 9in

Material: Not stated but likely a poly/rayon mix.
Origin: Japan.
Tag: Just a size tag 16. 
Lining: Top unlined. Bottom lined.  
Transparency:  Seems opaque, but as with most vintage garments, a slip will help to keep things decent ;)
Condition: Excellent.