DESIGNER 70s MAXI DRESS

60s-70s designer maxi dress by Don Luis de España, made of excellent quality mixed fabrics. The bodice is made of soft & supple sheer chiffon (probably polyester or a blend) in sunshine yellow. The skirt is made of lightly textured cotton or cotton blend ‘barkcloth’ in a striking psychedelic-geometric print on a black background. Blouson bodice, slightly A-line skirt with side slits, fantastic puffed bishop sleeves with hidden snap cuffs, grosgrain ribbon trim, super-wide pointed collar, wide self-belt with hidden hooks/eyes closure, and hidden snaps front closure. The bodice is lined in the same chiffon fabric, the sleeves & skirt are unlined. Label: Don Luis de España / Made in Spain.

CONDITION:

Excellent condition other than a few very faint watermarks on ribbon trim of skirt - goes unnoticed - see the last pic for closeup.

SIZE:

size 12. Best fits: M (8-10 US / 12-14 UK)-->This is a size estimate. Please check the measurements below to ensure the desired fit. Mannequin is approx US size 2, 5’10” 33-24-34 / 178cm 84-61-87. The dress is lightly pinned back on her to show fit.

MEASUREMENTS:

Measurements are taken seam to seam while lying flat.

Doubled for waist, bust, & hips.

Shoulders: 15” (38cm)

Bust: 39” (99cm)

Waist (unbelted): 31” (78. 5cm)

Belt: 29-30” (73. 5-76cm) ~adjustable with hook & eye closures

Hips: 42” (106. 5cm)

Sleeve: 25. 5” (65cm)

Length: 55” (139. 5cm)

This item is sold from a vintage boutique in Yonkers, NY.