{"product_id":"vintage-annabelinda-peacock-feather-velvet-dress-uk-10-12","title":"Vintage AnnaBelinda Peacock Feather \u0026 Velvet Dress – UK 10\/12","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy I Love This\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA truly exceptional original AnnaBelinda dress, combining the label’s wonderfully romantic silhouette with some of its most distinctive artisanal detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fluid chocolate-brown fabric is patterned with an intricate peacock-feather design in chestnut, black, cream, rust and ochre. It is framed beautifully by panels of warm golden-ochre short-pile velvet, vertically quilted across the dramatic high-necked bodice, cuffs and deep hem border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwelve matching fabric-covered buttons and rouleau loops fasten the front bodice, with two further covered buttons at each cuff. Fine contrast piping outlines the yoke and panelled waist, drawing attention to the beautifully considered construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fitted bodice gives way to a softly flowing skirt that falls close to the body before opening gently towards the hem. Elegant, unusual and unmistakably of its era, this is a remarkable example of British vintage design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe label itself began in 1970 and was already established nationally through Liberty and Harrods by the mid-1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated date:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-to-late 1970s, approximately 1975–1979\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal vintage AnnaBelinda dress\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Oxford\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntricate peacock-feather print\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGolden-ochre short-pile velvet yoke, collar, cuffs and hem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVertical quilting through the velvet panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh stand collar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwelve fabric-covered front buttons with rouleau loops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo matching covered buttons at each cuff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContrast piping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide zip fastening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully lined\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize \u0026amp; Measurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLabelled size: UK 10\/12\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBust: 34\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaist: 29\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHips: Not fitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleeve length: Approximately 25\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 47\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease compare these measurements with a similar garment that fits you well. All measurements have been taken with the dress laid flat and doubled where appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabric \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main fabric composition is unknown and does not appear to be cotton. The contrasting panels are short-pile velvet. The dress is fully lined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional dry cleaning is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabulous vintage condition. As with all vintage clothing, the dress may show very minor signs of age or careful storage, but these do not detract from its beauty or wearability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Alley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54802904875349,"sku":"AB005","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0970\/9499\/2213\/files\/M115.40.38.png?v=1788187312","url":"https:\/\/thealleyboutique.com\/products\/vintage-annabelinda-peacock-feather-velvet-dress-uk-10-12","provider":"The Alley","version":"1.0","type":"link"}