1950s Jonelle Orange Rose Print Cotton Maxi Dress ceil-chapman Labelled an Italian size 40

Labelled an Italian size 40 which is a UK size 8 or US size 4 - these are true to size and can also be worn by a size smaller

it has a finish and detailing present in very high end ready to wear from the period

Labelled and measure as a UK size 6 B

classic evening dress was designed by Giorgio Armani in 2004 for his luxury ready to wear line

It is a loose fitting shift cut with a seam to mark the waistband

1950s Jonelle Orange Rose Print Cotton Maxi Dress ceil-chapman Labelled an Italian size 40Founded in 1937, Jonelle was the trade name of textiles created by Cavendish Textiles and was a quality affair with fabric supplied to the top department stores and fashion houses of the era. This vivacious dress flaunts a signature 1950s silhouette with its full flared skirt, straight neckline and thick straps. Secured at the back with hidden snap closures, a wide pleated belt in coordinating orange cinches the waist and emphasises the wearers