'Forbidden Fruit' 1960s Vintage hippie crush velvet maxi dress / Lux hippie / RARE
1960s vintage hippie red crushed velvet maxi by 'Forbidden Fruit'!
Another amazing true hippie piece by short-lived 1960s London boutique 'Forbidden Fruit'. Opened and operated by entrepreneur, Robert Laurie.
The dress is simple yet very striking in design, made up of soft but sturdy cotton crush velvet in a deep,rich red.
A true London hippie piece by a label with some very interesting history...see below...
Perfect to be worn with heavy chunky leather clogs and your favourite chunky silver jewellery!
HISTORY: Robert Laurie took over the 'Lord Kitcheners Valet' premises in Portobello Road, London, in 1967 and opened and ran a progressive business calling it 'Forbidden Fruit'. Laurie possessed a progressive vision which was dedicated to change and revolution, so much that he saw fit to turn the 'Forbidden Fruit' shop into the first and only 'free shop' in the UK (influenced by the 'Diggers' of California). Laurie's motto was 'Give what you want, take what you need''. Laurie and his brother Duncan were voted the 'Observer Newspaper' businessmen of the year 1968 for their enterprise.
(credit: detailed information from Erich von Dalenberg. www.wowvondahlenberg.com).
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Label: Forbidden Fruit / Made in England
Fabric: cotton / cotton velvet
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Totally unworn and pristine apart from one tiny graze to the velvet at the bottom back. Not noticeable at all...Sold as vintage.
Size & Measurements:
Size stated: NONE so please check the measurements stated below as this is a vintage piece.
***Fits like a modern UK 8/10 / Euro 36/38 / US 4/6***
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Measurements:
Shoulders: 14 1/2" (37cm)
Bust: to fit approx 33"/34" (84-86cm)
Sleeve Length shoulder to cuff: 26" (66cm)
High Waist: up to 30" (76cm) Natural waist: FREE
Hips: up to 43"
Total length shoulder seam down front: 59" (150cm)
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