{"title":"The AnnaBelinda Archive","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAn extraordinary collection of bespoke AnnaBelinda clothing, created in Oxford for one remarkable woman.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"anna-belinda-vintage-rare-black-velvet-purple-silk-jacket-victoriana-uk-10-12","title":"AnnaBelinda Vintage Black Velvet \u0026 Purple Silk Jacket UK 10\/12","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderfully dramatic and exceptionally rare vintage jacket by AnnaBelinda, beautifully tailored in sumptuous black velvet with a striking jewel-purple silk ruffled collar and coordinating silk-covered buttons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sculpted silhouette is unmistakably AnnaBelinda. Softly gathered shoulders, three-quarter-length sleeves and precisely shaped seams draw the jacket into the waist before releasing into a gently flared, pointed hem. The vivid silk ruffles frame the neckline beautifully, bringing depth and richness to the black velvet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRomantic, theatrical and wonderfully wearable, it captures the distinctive Victoriana influence for which AnnaBelinda became so admired. Style it with a long velvet skirt for evening drama or contrast it with tailored trousers or denim for a more contemporary look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note: this listing is for the black velvet jacket only. The purple skirt shown in the styled photographs is not included.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rare and highly collectible piece of British fashion history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: AnnaBelinda\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGarment: Jacket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstimated era: Vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: Approximately UK 10\/12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour: Black and jewel purple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabric: Velvet and silk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Beautiful vintage condition with no noticeable signs of wear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements, taken with the garment laid flat:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Bust: 35\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Shoulder to shoulder: 14\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Sleeve: 20\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Waist: 30\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Length: 19.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease compare these measurements with a similar garment that fits you well, as vintage sizing can differ from modern sizing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJACKET ONLY — THE PURPLE SKIRT IS USED FOR STYLING AND IS NOT INCLUDED.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anna Belinda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51293824614741,"sku":null,"price":290.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0970\/9499\/2213\/files\/Hero_1_f180746a-f635-44df-adb7-722f6e450e8f.png?v=1787214064"},{"product_id":"annabelinda-rare-vintage-spearmint-textured-skirt-suit-uk-14","title":"AnnaBelinda Rare Vintage Spearmint Textured Skirt Suit UK 14","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA remarkable vintage skirt suit by AnnaBelinda of Oxford, created in a luminous spearmint green and enlivened by extraordinary vertical rows of multicoloured slubbed yarn.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautifully fitted jacket has a clean, collarless V-neckline and a softly shaped silhouette. Its richly textured surface combines spearmint with delicate threads of raspberry, coral, blush pink, lilac, ochre, cream and soft green, creating colour and dimension that reveal themselves differently in changing light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNine spearmint fabric-covered buttons fasten through discreet loops, arranged in three carefully spaced groups of three. Small front pockets, gently curved edges and three covered buttons at the back of each cuff complete the beautifully considered design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coordinating skirt is cut in a plain spearmint woven fabric, allowing the intricate jacket to remain the focus. It has a side zip and two fabric-covered buttons with loops at the waistband.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth pieces are fully lined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElegant, distinctive and exceptionally difficult to replicate, this is a wonderfully wearable example of AnnaBelinda’s imaginative British design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy I love this\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colours in this jacket are quite extraordinary. From a distance it appears softly spearmint, but close up it reveals a tapestry of pink, lilac, coral, ochre and green yarns. The matching skirt gives it all the presence of a complete occasion suit, while the jacket could also be worn separately with silk trousers, denim or a simple dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMixed fibres; no composition label present\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLikely late 20th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJacket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoulder to shoulder: 16\" \/ 41 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBust: 40\" \/ 102 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleeve length: 23\" \/ 58.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJacket length: 20\" \/ 51 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkirt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaist: 32\" \/ 81 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHips: not fitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 31\" \/ 79 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements are taken with the garments laid flat where appropriate. Please compare them with a similar garment that fits you comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery good vintage condition, with no damage, stains or odours noted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eAs with all vintage garments, there may be minor signs of age consistent with careful previous ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Alley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54704109289813,"sku":null,"price":395.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0970\/9499\/2213\/files\/hero1full.png?v=1787230091"},{"product_id":"vintage-annabelinda-oxford-navy-white-floral-dress-uk-14-16","title":"Vintage AnnaBelinda Oxford Navy \u0026 White Floral Dress UK 14\/16","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Oxford original with all the distinctive detailing that makes vintage AnnaBelinda so collectable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis beautiful long dress is crafted from a lightweight, semi-sheer dark navy fabric scattered with delicate white flowers and subtle raised tonal floral detailing. The contrasting patterned bib neckline is framed with navy binding and fine white piping, with a short row of fabric-covered button-and-loop fastenings at the front.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurn the dress around and the craftsmanship continues: a coordinating contrast back yoke and an extraordinary row of covered buttons extending halfway down the back. Matching contrast cuffs finish the short sleeves, while the gently shaped body falls into a softly flared, fluid skirt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe silhouette is relaxed rather than fitted, making it elegant, comfortable and remarkably wearable. Presented in superb vintage condition with no visible signs of wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnnaBelinda was an independent Oxford fashion house founded in 1971 and celebrated for its beautifully made, romantic clothing. This dress is believed to date from the late 1970s to 1980s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShoulder to shoulder: 16\" \/ 40.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBust: 38\" \/ 96.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist: 36\" \/ 91.5cm — not fitted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHips: 44\" \/ 112cm — not fitted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength: 49\" \/ 124.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest suited to approximately a modern UK 14\/16. Please compare the measurements with a similar garment, as vintage sizing can vary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFibre content unknown. Lightweight, semi-sheer woven fabric with raised floral detailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperb vintage condition with no visible signs of wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional dry cleaning recommended due to the unknown vintage fibre content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Alley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54721506378069,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0970\/9499\/2213\/files\/Hero1_aa16ee2f-2659-4fd8-b66f-a2aaa2e95db2.png?v=1787393009"},{"product_id":"vintage-annabelinda-fuchsia-raw-silk-jacket-uk-12","title":"Vintage AnnaBelinda Fuchsia Raw Silk Jacket – UK 12","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBeautifully Tailored, Remarkably Rare\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA breathtaking vintage occasion jacket by AnnaBelinda of Oxford, created in luminous fuchsia-pink raw silk and finished with the most exquisite embroidered detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautifully tailored silhouette follows the waist before opening into a softly gathered back peplum. Black piping traces the sculptural seams, drawing attention to the jacket’s exceptional cut, while fifteen black silk-covered loop buttons create a striking line through the centre front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe black contrast panels are intricately embroidered with flowers and birds in soft shades of cream, blush pink, turquoise, lavender and fuchsia. This extraordinary workmanship is repeated across the mandarin collar, functional front pockets, fixed cuffs and rear martingale half-belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside, the jacket is fully lined in lustrous rose-pink satin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy I Love This\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is AnnaBelinda at its most distinctive: rich colour, superb tailoring and an unexpected combination of English eccentricity and Eastern-inspired embroidery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery angle reveals another special detail, from the covered buttons and curved pockets to the shaped back and softly flared peplum. It is dramatic without feeling theatrical and could be worn with slim black trousers for an elegant occasion or styled more simply with a black skirt or dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also an exceptionally rare surviving example from this celebrated independent Oxford label—and one that appears to have been barely, if ever, worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage AnnaBelinda of Oxford\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLuminous fuchsia-pink slubbed raw silk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntricately embroidered black contrast panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloral and bird embroidery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSculptural mandarin collar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFifteen black silk-covered loop buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunctional embroidered front pockets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFixed deep embroidered cuffs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine black piping highlighting the tailored seams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmbroidered rear martingale half-belt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoftly gathered and flared back peplum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully lined in rose-pink satin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo visible signs of wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo size label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize and fit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no size label present. Based on the measurements, we estimate this jacket to fit approximately a \u003cstrong\u003eUK 12\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fabric has no stretch and the jacket is closely tailored. Please compare the measurements with a similar jacket that fits you comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShoulder to shoulder: 14.75\" \/ 37.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBust: 36\" \/ 91.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaist: 32\" \/ 81cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleeve length: 23\" \/ 58.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 20.5\" \/ 52cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFabric and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw silk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSatin lining\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional dry cleaning recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent vintage condition with no visible signs of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all vintage garments, very minor variations associated with age may be present. The natural slubs and irregularities within the raw silk are characteristics of the fabric rather than flaws.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Alley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54745524502869,"sku":null,"price":325.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0970\/9499\/2213\/files\/Man1.png?v=1787644873"}],"url":"https:\/\/thealleyboutique.com\/collections\/the-annabelinda-archive.oembed","provider":"The Alley","version":"1.0","type":"link"}