1960s Marion Donaldson Turquoise Crepe and Cotton Maxi Dress Diana_Warren The gathered cap sleeves are

The gathered cap sleeves are finished with a frilled edge that echoes the design along the scoop neck

HIP - 86cm/ 34"

a central panel over the front to flatter the navel area

which is gathered at the waist

There is a lot of work involved and the construction has a very pleasing effect on the eye

1960s Marion Donaldson Turquoise Crepe and Cotton Maxi Dress Diana_Warren The gathered cap sleeves areThis is one of the earliest designs we have seen by the husband and wife team David and Marion Donaldson. They founded their fashion label in Glasgow in 1966 and rose to eminence throughout the 60s and 70s in tandem with other fashionable British labels such as Biba and Laura Ashley. The company created desirable pieces in a host of innovative Liberty designed prints and were one of the first brands to openly collaborate with other designer brands