These 1960s vintage, pretty pink banded leg pettipants are made of silky rayon.
Era: 1960s
Fabric: Rayon
Color: Powder Pink
Brand: Sears, Roebuck and Co. (no interior brand label as these were once part of a department store multi-pack offering)
Label: Size 6/38
Size: Medium
Tagged: size 6 - 38
Measurements taken flat and unstretched; doubled when appropriate:
Waist: 23 inches
Hip: 34 inches (tagged for stretch to 38)
Leg openings: 19 inches
Side length: 17 inches
Features: Encased elastic waistband, seamless tubular knit, double-layer "hammock crotch" gusset, banded legs.
Care Instructions: Hand wash, air dry. Or machine wash warm, tumble dry on low.
Condition: Authentic vintage, has a tiny stain on the side of the banded leg edge, as shown in images.
Additional Information:
During the 1960s, long-leg undergarments (often called pettipants or lounge drawers) became a wardrobe essential as skirts and dresses rose in popularity. They provided a sleek, modest layer that prevented chafing and eliminated lines under lightweight synthetic fabrics. Thanks to their smooth, seamless tubular knit construction, crafted on the same specialized circular machines used for hosiery, they offered a uniquely comfortable, skin-hugging fit designed for both everyday wear and mid-century lounge culture.
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