1980s Marjon Couture Lilac Evening Maxi Dress vintage-fratini There is smocking at the

There is smocking at the shoulders and at the front neckline which adds pretty detail

The softly pleated

The dress is lined at the top with chocolate-brown sheer silk crepe but the skirt is unlined

The open-collar and short sleeves imbue this dress with a casual feel

the boning encircles the waist and bust

1980s Marjon Couture Lilac Evening Maxi Dress vintage-fratini There is smocking at theThis high quality 1970s bright lilac evening dress was made by British label Trina Lewis and Marjon Couture at Baker Sportswear. The dress has a bustier top which is boned all the way around, held up by two delicate shoulder straps. The bust is lined with pale pink lilac satin. The fabric is cut generously to give a bouncy silhouette; the pretty neckline is formed from layers of lilac faux taffeta and the waist is ruched as though a sash is wrapped