Vintage 1980s Laura Ashley Navy Blue Folk Art Print 100% Cotton Puff Long Sleeve Cottagecore Maxi Dress - M

This vintage Laura Ashley cotton maxi dress is straight out of a Laura Ingalls Wilder book. With cotton fabrication and long sleeves, it's perfect for transitional spring and fall weather. It features:

• Diamond folk-art print in deep red, teal, yellow, white, orange, purple and light blue on a navy blue background
• Loose-waist, boxy silhouette with straight-cut bodice and full, slightly drop-waist skirt
• Square collar at front and back with gathered puff sleeves
• Cuffs finished with two functional buttons
• Gathered waist with two front pockets
• Comes with fabric tie belt that can be worn tied in a bow at front or back
• Maxi length
• Back zip closure
• Unlined
• Fabric content: 100% Cotton. This dress is made in the signature Laura Ashley heavier weight cotton fabric.
• Designer label: Laura Ashley
• Made in Rep. of Ireland
• Based on the label, style and construction, I estimate this piece dates to the 1980s
• Care: Dry Clean or hand wash (not indicated on label)
• This item has been professionally dry cleaned

Very good vintage condition. No flaws to note.

Labeled US size 12, UK size 14, EUR size 40. This item would best fit a modern size M, but please refer to measurements:
• 18" across bust (fits up to 37" bust)
• 16.5" across waist (meant to fit loose)
• Open hips
• 16" bodice length (top of shoulder to top of waistline)
• 26.5" sleeve
• 13" shoulders
• 46" total length (with 2" seam allowance)
• Sash is 70" long
All measurements are taken flat in inches. When considering fit, compare it to a garment you own that fits well. For waist and hip measurements, double it to get the full circumference.
Modeled on a size S (4-6) petite (5'3"), measurements 34" x 28" x 38"

About the designer: Laura Ashley was a Welsh designer known for her romantic designs with a 19th-century rural feel and Victorian-style prints on natural fabrics—which she used to create household furnishings, linens, and women's clothing. Today, her designs are highly collectible.

All items are vintage and pre-loved. All major flaws are listed, but small blemishes like loose stitches and buttons may not be in the item description as they are to be expected when purchasing vintage items.

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