1960s vintage purple crush velvet deco maxi dress 70s Hippie / Biba / Bus Stop

Stunning electric purple crush velvet devoré maxi dress by FRIENDS!

This one is a total banger! 

Probably the richest electric purple velvet I have ever seen! The dress is of a simple design with a rounded neckline, short fold over sleeves and a long a-line, but not sweeping, silhouette. 

Slightly pintucked shoulders and flowers all over the velvet make this stunning!

The detail that makes this so amazing is the large statement button through detail at the front...which means this piece can be worn as a dress or open with another skimpier dress underneath or skinny jeans and a slinky vest...the options will be endless!

Also: check out the insanely groovy but simple label! 

Think Biba Vamp meets Bus Stop disco! 

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Label:  FRIENDS  Designed by Alan Gold London 

Fabric: velvet / crush velvet / cotton 

Condition: Great vintage condition and seems unworn. the fabric is supple, rich and soft with gorgeous devore effect. There is one button missing at the very end of the row (at the bottom) and its not noticeable as the velvet is so rich. Sold as vintage.
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Size & Measurements:

Size stated: 12 but please check the measurements stated below as this is a vintage dress.

***Fits like a modern UK 10 / Euro 38 / US 6***

Measurements:

Shoulders: 15" (38cm)

Bust: best to fit 34" (86cm)

Sleeve Length: 14" (36cm)

Waist: up to 30" (76cm)

Hips: up to 38" (96cm)

Total length shoulder seam down front: 53" (135cm)
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