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Vested Gentress was established in 1961 by Bud and Naomi Jackson and was based in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. Their factory was located in Trappe, Pennsylvania, about twelve miles from Valley Forge. The company was known for whimsical screenprinted fabrics, many of which were designed by Bud Jackson. These fabrics were made into dresses, slacks, and skirts. They also had a line of golf wear. The company closed around 1985.

Dating hint: In the earlier labels, the lady does not have the crop in her hand.

Thanks to Naomi Jackson for this information.


from a 1960s dress - Courtesy of Miss Dorothy Vintage

from a 1960s dress

Courtesy of Miss Dorothy Vintage

from a 1970s maxi dress - Courtesy of Hollis Jenkins-Evans

from a 1970s maxi dress

Courtesy of Hollis Jenkins-Evans

from a 1980s print dress - Courtesy of fuzzylizzie.com

from a 1980s print dress

Courtesy of fuzzylizzie.com

Vested Gentress hangtag with Doggie mascot - Courtesy of deadlyvintage

Vested Gentress hangtag with Doggie mascot

Courtesy of deadlyvintage