Description: This is a stunning & very eye-catching, long vintage, floral dress - by Laura Ashley. Age - Circa 1980's/40 years old. Colour: Black corset/top part to the dress. Black base colour to the skirt area, which is complimented and contrasted with a bright floral print throughout. The flower colours include different shades of Purples, & Blues, Turquoise, Grape and Pale Grey. UK Size (as per label states): 14 - but please check against the measurements below, to ensure fit, as vintage clothing tends to be slightly smaller vs. modern day sizes. It is more of a UK 10 - 12. The mannequin used in the photographs is a UK 10 & it was slightly on the bigger side. Measurements (laid flat & measured outside): Armpit to Armpit: 17 inches Total Length (from the top of the bust to the hem): 127.5 cmWidth of waist (where top/corset meets the skirt section): 17.5 inchesWidth of hem opened up: 72.5 inches! A beautiful, long, vintage dress finished mainly in Black. Made from premium quality, 100% cotton, (the skirt outer is more of a fine cotton fabric, but the lining, as well as the corset/top part, are a more thicker cotton fabric). All the quality you would expect from Laura Ashley. Other features of the dress include: - Heavy-duty cotton fabric is used for the corset, as well as the lining to the skirt area, non-stretch; the weighted fabric means that the dress hangs beautifully and offers a very flattering fit- Black coloured corset/top part of the dress- Matching black base colour to the skirt area, which is complimented and contrasted with a feminine floral print throughout- The floral colours include different shades of Purples, & Blues, Turquoise, Grape and Pale Green- Fully lined throughout- A strapless design, finished with a very elegant, 'sweetheart' neckline to the front- A 'fit & flare' style dress; fitted, structured corset, to the chest/top area and then leads into a pleated, and floaty, skirt area- Structured/support to the corset/top area of the dress- The skirt area is very floaty, (using more of a finer cotton), and there are vertical pleats from the waist down which then open up- The hem measures 72.5 inches in width when open! - Discreet zip to fasten to the back- A very pretty garment which are becoming more and more rare to come by, as time goes on- Being 5ft 5" tall means the dress falls to the ankle area, so very long in length- A very elegant and pretty garment; it definitely has the 'wow factor'- Has a very 'Bridgerton' & 'Princess Diana' look and style to it, which never goes out of fashion- Very comfortable to wear- Made by a very high-end, prestigious and established British brand- Very well made/made to last a lifetime. A stunning, quality dress & perfect for many special, and/or party occasions alike. It can be worn to a wedding, a christening, summer garden party, gala dinner/ball, or an afternoon tea event; it has a multitude of uses. Mix and match with other vintage, or more modern pieces alike, to create your very own unique, yet glam look/s. Offers minimum effort with maximum effect/impact. This dress has been made to last for many more decades to come. Very good, used condition and all of the quality you would expect from Laura Ashley - especially as it is around 40 years old. Laura Ashley are renowned for their excellent quality merchandise, and this dress is a great example of that. Anyone familiar with this high-end, iconic brand, will know just how good the quality is. Only selling as it no longer fits sadly. It is not in pristine condition but being sold in very good, used condition. Made in Ireland. 100% Cotton. Dry Clean Only. From a smoke and pet free home. No original packaging unfortunately. Surplus to requirements. Will be sent 2nd class, & signed for, via Royal Mail to ensure delivery. I try to post next-day, where possible. UK posting only - including UK based Global Shipping Centres for international buyers. I will only post abroad using the GSP service. Please pay within 24 hours. Collection in person is welcome but cash on collection is preferred please. Can combine postage - please see my other items listed. Any questions, please ask.
Price: 65 GBP
Location: Tunbridge Wells
End Time: 2023-09-01T17:08:13.000Z
Shipping Cost: 38.15 GBP
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Item Specifics
Returns Accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Neckline: Sweetheart
Exact Length: 127.5 cm (from top of bust to hem)
Closure: Zip
Occasion: Party/Cocktail, Wedding
Size: 10-12
Main Colour: Black Corset. Black Base Colour To Skirt With Purple/s & Greens
Fabric Type: 100% Cotton
Accents: Floral Skirt Area
Colour: Multicoloured
Dress Length: Long
Vintage: Yes
Department: Women
Dress Size (According To Inside Label): 14
Style: Fit & Flare
Features: Lined, Fit & Flare Style, High-end Premium British Brand, Made In Republic of Ireland, A Real Statement Of A Dress, Sweetheart Shaped Neckline, Pleated Skirt Area, Built-in Support To Corset/Top
Look: 1980s
Season: Autumn, Spring, Summer
Exact Material: 100% cotton
Pattern: Floral
Sleeve Length: Sleeveless
Garment Care: Machine Washable
Sleeve Type: Sleeveless
Material: Cotton
Modified Item: No
Brand: Laura Ashley
Size Type: Regular
Design Features: Fully Lined, Built-in Structure To Corset, Sweetheart Neckline
Theme: 80s, Wedding, Bridgerton
Country/Region of Manufacture: Ireland
