Classic genuine vintage 1970’s beautiful bright green maxi dress by Brittish designers Quad.
This is a really lovely piece of vintage clothing from the 70s. It is very feminine, sexy, bohemian and pretty - a really eye-catching classy item. Really Stunning. ♥️♥️♥️
About Quad:
Quad was one of the fashion boutiques that sprang up in London in the late 1960s, when the emergence of youthful new British designers revolutionised the fashion world and became synonymous with the culture fashions of the time.
The advent of the 'boutique' ~ a retailing concept that radically changed how clothing was made and sold ~ endorsed an identity of individuality, freedom and rebellion which reflected the changing times, new freedoms and defined a new and exciting style of dressing.
London became the quirky capital of cool in the 60s and early 70s, with its radical and ultra-modern new looks...encouraging young designers to start their own boutiques.
Quad was part of this new boutique culture producing fabulously unusual and iconic clothing which, in keeping with the times, was romantic, dreamy and inspired by history.
The epitome of trend-setting during the 60s/70s, Quad’s unique fashions typified the all-conquering ‘swinging London’ scene and, as such, are now adored, collected and very sought after.
Dresses from the 1960s and early 1970s are very desirable.
The Dress:
Gorgeous sleeveless strappy summer empire line maxi dress / sun dress in a beautiful brilliant green colour.
The fabric is a beautiful high quality slinky polyester. That colour is Fabulous! ♥️♥️
The neckline is a v neck style and the dress has thin straps.
Fitted upper bodice down to empire line under bust then flows into a long A line style maxi skirt. Due to the empire line style the waist and hips are "free".
There is a zip to the back of the dress. The dress is maxi in length (full length).
The dress is not lined but the fabric is not sheer.
The dress is very striking and beautiful. And very sexy too! 😎
This dress is a real statement piece and is very flattering and feminine when worn and its classic retro vintage style is guaranteed to get you noticed..
A really truly fabulous dress! I love it! 🦋🦋🦋
Condition:
This is a vintage item. The item has been carefully hand washed and is in good vintage condition with no obvious signs wear. The only points worth mentioning are that the hem has been historically restitched and the straps have been altered.
Size :
🦋🦋 measurements to follow shortly 🦋🦋
Pit to pit: xx inches
Chest: xx inches
Empire Waist: xx inches
Hips: free to xx inches
Length: xx inches
Best fit size UK 6 to 8. There is a little stretch to the fabric.
For reference, my lovely assistant "Petula" in the photographs is a UK size 6 to 8. It's a perfect fit.
Materials:
This piece is made from a a quality slinky polyester fabric. There is a little stretch to the fabric.
Aftercare:
In order to preserve the condition of this wonderful dress, she should be gently hand washed using mild detergent in cool water. Drip dry. Cool iron. Do not tumble dry. Handle gently and take care with jewellery and rough surfaces. Keep away from fire and open flames.
SIZING GUIDE:
UK SIZES AND MEASUREMENTS:
Vintage clothing label sizes are completely different to modern sizes so size labels where present should be ignored. Sizes given on each listing is based on my own estimation. Some vintage items look great on a range of sizes based on the cut of the item, the fabric type and desired fit and whether worn with a belt on not etc.
Please ensure that you carefully check your measurements against the item measurements and the guide below (based on Debenhams standard sizing):
SIZE BUST WAIST HIPS
CM’S “’S CM’S ‘’S CM’S ‘’S
6 (XS) 79 31 60 23.5 83 32.5
8 (S) 83 32.5 64 25 87 34.5
10 (S) 87 34.5 68 27 91 36
12 (M) 92 36 73 28.5 96 38
14 (M) 97 38 78 30.5 101 40
16 (L) 104 41 85 33.5 108 42.5
18 (L) 111 43.5 92 36 115 45.5
20 (XL) 118 46.5 99 39 122 48
22 (XL) 125 49 106 41.5 129 51
24 (XXL) 132 52 113 44.5 136 53.5
26 (XXL) 139 54.5 120 47 146 57.5
Please note that all sizes are UK sizes unless otherwise stated. For Conversion to US and European sizes please see the table below:
UK 6 = US 2/ EU 34/AU 6
UK 8 = US 4/ EU 36/ AU 8
UK 10 = US 6/ EU38/ AU 10
UK 12 = US 8/ EU40/ AU 12
UK 14 = US 10/ EU 42/ AU 14
UK 16 = US 12/ EU 44/ AU 16
UK 18 = US 14/ EU 46/ AU 18
UK 20 = US 16/ EU 48/ AU 20
About:
“Mijkra” is a UK based artist/photographer and designer creating and sourcing unique original pieces in a converted stable/barn in the heart of Oxfordshire and in the back of a vintage campervan.
This store, hosted by Etsy, will showcase and sell a range of unique artisan bohemian hand created clothing, “art to wear”, accessories, jewellery and homeware, remodelled couture, up cycled vintage, unique vintage items and a selection of my original artworks. Please browse my other items.
All the items are unique, individual and one off pieces, and are a mix of new handmade, remodelled couture (new or vintage), up cycled vintage items or pure vintage original pieces.
Additional note on vintage items:
The beautiful vintage and remodelled vintage pieces are handmade and/or vintage items and there might be some slight irregularities. These add to the unique charm of the exquisite pieces and do not distract from the beauty of the items. All vintage items are carefully selected, dry-cleaned or hand washed in gentle eco-friendly detergent and repaired where necessary before these are added to the shop and are in good vintage condition.