1980s rare Monsoon smocking midaxi dress M/L/XL
Early Monsoon out of this world dress.
Made in India from soft cotton/viscose.
Floral pattern in rich burgundy reds/yellows/greens
Peter Pan collar
Wonderful hand smocking to the front and back. There is also smocking to the shoulders and cuffs - which gives beautiful pleating
Huge oversized sleeves
Buttons at cuff
Buttons on back from neck to waist - it’s a step in dress or over the head
Side pockets
Long midaxi length
Label reads size 12 and does measure as a modern size 12/14 ? 16 with the stretch
Laid flat - there is some natural stretch to the top half from the smocking. These are taken without stretching
Underarm 20 inches x1 side
Waist 21 inches x1 side
Hips free
Length 48 inches
Stunning vintage condition. The fabric is soft and the colours bright. The smocking is also intact. Small discolour to the cuff buttons - see photo

