VINTAGE VANITY COLLECTION HAPPY MONKEYS IN HULA SKIRTS DRESS IN HOT PINK AND GREEN SEQUIN PALM TREES WITH GROSGRAIN BOWS
$ 249.00
This is one of the happiest, most whimsical novelty dresses I’ve ever found — a bright, tropical Vanity Collection shift covered in dancing hula monkeys and sparkling sequin palm trees, all set against a vivid hot‑pink background. It has the same playful spirit as vintage Lilly Pulitzer, and at first glance I truly thought it was a Lilly — that’s how adorable and detailed it is.
The fabric is a high‑quality, heavy cotton, beautifully structured and wonderfully comfortable. The neckline and armholes are trimmed in lime‑green piping, and the dress is shaped with princess seams for a flattering fit. A back zipper makes it easy to wear, and the zipper pull is a bright green that matches the piping — such a clever, unique detail.
Along the lower left side near the hem is a band of bright green grosgrain ribbon, adding another pop of color and charm. Some of the palm trees are accented with sequins or green shot thread, giving the dress a subtle sparkle. Not every tree was embellished — the design was intentionally random, which adds to its character.
This is the kind of dress that makes people smile. Perfect for entertaining, a pool party, a luau, vacation, or simply shopping on a warm summer day. A true conversation piece and a wonderful example of 1990s novelty fashion.
I’ve priced this dress on the higher side because it’s so adorable and unique that I almost kept it — it’s truly a one‑of‑a‑kind vintage novelty piece.
⭐ Designer
Vanity Collection
⭐ Size
Tagged Large — please use measurements for best fit.
Garment measurements (not body measurements):
Bust: 39–40" (allow a few inches for movement; dress is lined)
Waist: 35"
Hips: approx. 38" (leave several inches for ease)
Length: 37.5"
⭐ Fabric & Care
100% Cotton
Washable
⭐ Condition
Very good vintage condition.
A few tiny, nearly invisible spots that were too small to photograph and difficult to find again.
Some sequins or shot thread missing on a few trees — this is normal for this type of embellishment, and not all trees were decorated originally.
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Care Instructions
We examine each item carefully and note any imperfections, but unless an item is said to be new, please don't expect it to be perfect & even some new items have small imperfections. I will always state in the description if there are any imperfections & I never do repairs but leave them to others who are better able to do them than me as that is not my expertise.
Please remember that unless specified all items have been used and will show varying signs of use or wear. We always list the obvious imperfections to the best of our abilities. However, some slight imperfections that will not show or affect wearing or using the item may slip by or not be considered worth mentioning.
Vintage nightgowns & peignoirs may be delicate so I do not wash them in the machine. I wash them in lukewarm water with Woolite or some other mild soap, then rinse & hang dripping wet in the shower.
Since these are vintage items, a bit of extra care needs to be taken with them so they remain beautiful & I definitely would never put a vintage nightgown or a peignoir in the dryer as it would ruin it.
The items are sold as we find them. We do not dry clean, launder, alter or repair vintage clothing and they should be cleaned or washed upon arrival. Please make your selection carefully & check the measurements as there is no return on clothing or other items.
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