The Prettiest 1950's Embroidered Cotton Voile Summer Dress From Peck And Peck / XSA B O U T A beautiful example of 1950s American ready to wear, this cream cotton dress is scattered with red embroidered floral sprigs a mix of open blooms and buds with fine stem detail. The full pleated skirt, defined waist seam, cap sleeves, and scoop neckline with center front button placket are all characteristic of the periods casual day dress silhouette. The fabric has a fine, slightly sheer hand consistent with lawn or voile weight cotton.