80's Velvet and Taffeta Dress by Laura Ashley valentino maxi skirt and front button down closure

and front button down closure

that may have occurred at original point of sale

A nice collector's item

40" shoulder to hem

80's Velvet and Taffeta Dress by Laura Ashley valentino maxi skirt and front button down closureVintage 1980s Laura Ashley party dress. Gorgeous velvet, scoop back, fitted bodice with darted bust, princess seams, and working velvet buttons down the back. Leg of mutton sleeves with three (3) button wrist. Closes with side zip, but all buttons work. Such a romantic, renaissance princess or Victorian gothic feel. Iridescent taffeta full skirt is cinched at waist, turning from purple to black with swish. Fabric bares a Renaissance feel, muted floral