Bidspirit auction | A Japhene Handmade Originals 1970s

A Japhene Handmade Originals 1970s Plaid Maxi Dress with Embroidered Satin Trim - A full-length, long-sleeved maxi dress dating from the 1970s. The garment is constructed from a woven plaid fabric in a palette of deep red, forest green, and blue-grey, featuring a soft, napped flannel-like texture. The dress is designed with a fitted bodice incorporating bust darts and a gently flared skirt. It features a prominent deep V-shaped yoke at the neckline and matching cuffs, both crafted from a contrasting red synthetic satin fabric. This trim is embellished with decorative floral embroidery in dark thread. The interior is fully lined with a red synthetic fabric. The dress secures at the centre back with a long, dark blue metal zipper partially concealed by a fabric placket. A white woven label is stitched to the interior lining, which reads Japhene HANDMADE ORIGINALS in black lettering. The hemline is hand-finished.