A true wardrobe classic with a fresh vintage twist, our Caroline 1950s Blue Dress is designed to take you effortlessly from daytime charm to evening elegance. Made from 100% cotton and printed in a deep blue floral design created exclusively in-house, it captures the spirit of authentic mid-century fashion in a modern, wearable silhouette.

At a Glance:

• We adore this beautiful 50s purple dress. Not only does it hark back to the halcyon days of Hollywood, it has exactly the right retro feel that is so difficult to get right with reproduction vintage designs.

  Exclusive 1950s Dress & Print Design

  The print is designed by us so is exclusive to What Katie Did. The purple colour has been chosen to match the tone of our purple seamed stockings although it would also look fabulous when worn with our plain black or contrast black seamed nylons. Wear with our black cotton Jayne cardigan for a year-round outfit.

   

• Our Thomasina 50s dress is designed to fit your waist snugly to show off your curves. The waist is a little smaller than some of our other clothing styles, matching the waistline of our Rita and Minnie dresses. Please check your waist measurement on our sizing page before ordering.

  This dress has a metal YKK zip opening at the back and measures 29” (74cm) waist to hemline measurement (size UK 12 / US 8).

  It’s made ethically in our main factory in India from 100% cotton.

   

Waist to hemline measures 29” (74cm) in a UK size 12 / US 8.

The flattering square neckline and wide straps echo true 1950s styling while ensuring your bra remains discreetly concealed. A full circle skirt brings graceful movement with every step, while the perfectly placed side-seam pockets add a touch of practicality without compromising the shape. Thoughtfully cut and beautifully made in very limited quantities, the Caroline dress is an easy, versatile piece destined to become a favourite.

Whether you keep things simple for day or dress it up with long gloves, pearls and seamed stockings after dark, this classic blue swing dress adapts effortlessly to your style. Pair it with one of our frilly petticoats for extra volume, or wear it alone for a softer vintage silhouette.

Finished with a high-quality YKK zip and ethically produced in our main factory in India, the Caroline 1950s Blue Dress blends timeless design with exceptional craftsmanship—an everyday staple with unmistakable vintage charm.