1970s Biba Purple Jersey Wrap Dress with Tonal Belt 70s_cape raspberry and burgundy hues

raspberry and burgundy hues

with a layer of fabric - gathered and pinned elegantly - falling from here and cascading down around the body

The dress fastens through the front with faceted black glass buttons

this vintage wedding dress has a corseted top with a basque waist and is boned the whole way around

This dress really looks like something out of the 1950s but was almost certainly manufactured in the 1970s

1970s Biba Purple Jersey Wrap Dress with Tonal Belt 70s_cape raspberry and burgundy huesThis desirable 1970s Biba dress is presented in superb vintage condition. Tailored from a Cadbury's purple jersey, it has held its colour and is as vibrant as the day it was made, over 50 years ago. This dark gold fabric label was the second Biba label and only in use from 1970 to 1972. It coincides with the previous owner's history that she bought it for her 18th birthday party in 1972! The top of the dress is tailored to a wrap around style which