{"product_id":"rare-vintage-margot-paynton-striped-maxi-dress-uk-12-circa-1970","title":"Rare Vintage Margot Paynton Striped Maxi Dress UK 12 Circa 1970","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy I Love This\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful survivor from a London fashion house that has almost disappeared from the record.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDating from approximately 1970, this Margot Paynton dress has all the elegant confidence of the period: a long, narrow striped silhouette, wide scoop neckline and an extraordinary bias-cut bow with two beautifully pointed tails.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe most remarkable detail is the hem? Three near-transparent, black-edged organza flounces float over the continuing striped foundation, allowing the monochrome pattern to remain visible beneath every layer. It is witty, feminine and exquisitely considered—an Audrey-inspired evening dress with genuine individuality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original label reads Margot Paynton London, size 12. Margot Paynton Limited appears in an official 1972 notice concerning companies proposed for removal from the register, helping place the label firmly within this earlier period of British fashion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal vintage Margot Paynton London dress\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEstimated circa 1970\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal label size UK 12\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack, white and soft-grey stripes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSleeveless column silhouette\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScoop neckline\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBias-cut striped bow and long pointed tails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree transparent organza flounces with black edging\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStriped foundation visible beneath the organza\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConcealed centre-back zip\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully lined\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal dry-cleaning recommendation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition label not present\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBust: 33 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist: 30 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHips: 34 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShoulder to hem: 53 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease compare these measurements with a well-fitting garment. Vintage sizing differs considerably from modern sizing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautifully preserved and immaculate overall. There is one small localised hole in the organza of the lowest tier. It is difficult to notice when the dress is worn but has been photographed and disclosed for complete accuracy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Note on Dating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dress is estimated to date from approximately 1968–1971, with circa 1970 our preferred description. This is based on its silhouette, construction, label, surviving Margot Paynton garments and the documented company record. An exact production year cannot be confirmed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Alley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54516351009109,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0970\/9499\/2213\/files\/Hero1_25cf60c7-ced5-4387-b490-25678db108eb.png?v=1785676329","url":"https:\/\/thealleyboutique.com\/products\/rare-vintage-margot-paynton-striped-maxi-dress-uk-12-circa-1970","provider":"The Alley","version":"1.0","type":"link"}