Shimmering, glittering vintage 1960s cocktail dress by Blanes, in unusual paisley print lurex fabric in a very pale lavender-silver tone.

Sleeveless dress with scoop neckline, blouson style bodice (giving the effect of a separate top and skirt) with eight lavender satin covered decorative buttons down the centre. Fitted seamed waist with satin bow to the front.

Pencil skirt, metal zip to the centre back of the dress. Fully lined. Labelled Blanes London, size 14.

• best fit approx a modern UK 10
• measures 38.5" long
• 36" bust
• 28" waist
• 40" hips

In great vintage shape, no notable flaws.