The Shrimpton Couture Archives
- Late 1960s, early 1970s very recognizable design
- Under the creative direction of Ossie Clark
- Made out of a semi-transparent black and silver metallic knit lurex fabric
- Ultra light in weight
- The silver threads that run through it give is a touch of glitter in the light
- Plunge neck line with gathering at the base
- Attached ties so you can cinch in the waist
- Balloon cut very full sleeves
- Unlined and zips to close at the back
- Each cuff has elastic at the wrist
- Attached ties allow you to bring the waist in
Sleeves: 25"
Slightly inset shoulder: approx 14"
Bust: approx to 18" but there is no true defined side seams
Waist: 13-15" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 20" flat across from side seam to side seam
Total length: 61" from top of the shoulder to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED
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