EMILIA BELLINI vintage silk dress - 60s olive green printed shirtdress, with floral and geometric pattern, gold heart buttons, made in Italy

This vintage 1960s EMILIA BELLINI silk dress exemplifies the era's unique blend of floral and geometric shapes. Made from 100% silk, this below-the-knee dress boasts an olive green base adorned with pink, yellow, and green accents, highlighted by white details.

👗 Dress Details
• Pattern, Color and Material: Featuring a sophisticated olive green background with vibrant floral and paisley motifs interspersed with geometric elements, this 100% silk dress is a testament to classic 1970s fashion.
• Fit and Shape: With its collar, long sleeves, square cuffs, and pockets, the upper portion of the dress is inspired in a male button-up dress shirt. Completed with heart-shaped gold buttons and a waist-defining belt with a unique gold-colored metal buckle shaped as the designer's initials.

🌟 Style & Versatility
• Design Era: This piece is a striking representation of the 1970s, a time when bold patterns and fluid silhouettes reigned supreme in fashion.
• Occasion Ready: Perfect for a variety of occasions, it's a versatile addition to any vintage enthusiast's wardrobe.
• The Designer: Emilia Bellini, born around the turn of the 20th century, emerged as a distinguished figure in the Italian fashion scene, notably in Florence. Her career, which began with an embroidery and linen shop on Park Avenue, New York, eventually led her back to Italy, where she delved into the world of dress and fabric design. Bellini's work, particularly noted for its sophisticated silk and jersey prints, positioned her alongside prominent contemporaries such as Emilio Pucci. Despite being in her 70s during the 1970s, Bellini's designs maintained a youthful edge and innovation, securing her a revered place in fashion history for her innovative approach to fashion design.

🏷️ Size on label: 48

📏 Approximate size: M

📐 Measurements: Shoulder to shoulder: 40 cm (15.5 inches)
Bust: 90 cm (35.5 inches) of circumference (45 cm (17.5 inches) when measured in flat)
Waist: 84 cm (33.0 inches) of circumference (42 cm (16.5 inches) when measured in flat)
Hip: 96 cm (38.0 inches) of circumference (49 cm (19.5 inches) when measured in flat)
Length: 107 cm (42.0 inches)

Sleeve length: 60 cm (23.5 inches)

🛠️ Conservation state: EXCELLENT.

Conservation scale:
PERFECT: Item in perfect condition. New or like new.
EXCELLENT: Item without defects, with slight marks of use difficult to photograph.
VERY GOOD: Item with small use / time marks, or repairs.
GOOD: Item with small defects, spots or small ripples.
SATISFACTORY: Item with defects that needs some type of repair or cleaning.

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