1970s Paganne Printed Red Shift Dress designer-scott-barrie From the late 70's it

From the late 70's it has the beginnings of what the next decade would bring to the fashion table - fabulous extravagance and exaggerated proportions

Bodice: 11" from top of the bodice to waist seam

providing a counterbalance to the horizontal pleats

It is hand dyed cotton plush in a brilliant blue - I cannot even imagine the process to get fabric this color in that time

The fabric that it is made of was considered one of the new "miracle fabrics" of the day as they gave women the option to wash and wear and travel with pieces that needed little or no ironing once you arrived at your destination

1970s Paganne Printed Red Shift Dress designer-scott-barrie From the late 70's itThis is a cute little Paganne red number in a ribbed poly jersey that is very easy to wear and travel with. It has a simple shift cut with ling, slim sleeves and a high neck that has a contrasting collar. It skims over the body with a slight flare at the hem! I love the bold design that is screened onto the fabric flowers and stylized pop art print give the dress a lean and pretty feel. Its a super, throw on and go kind of dress! Finished with a