Vintage 1960s Carnegie of London Purple Crimplene Maxi Dress UK 12 Long Sleeve Diamante Belt Formal Evening Gown

Vintage 1960s Carnegie of London Purple Crimplene Maxi Dress UK 12 Long Sleeve Diamante Buckle Belt Formal Evening Gown

An elegant vintage purple maxi dress by Carnegie of London, believed to date from the late 1960s to early 1970s, featuring a beautifully rich purple colour, graceful full-length silhouette and decorative diamanté belt buckle.

Made from crimplene fabric, this distinctive vintage dress combines the structured elegance of 1960s occasionwear with the flowing proportions of early-1970s fashion.

The high neckline is complemented by delicate gathering and pleating across the shoulders, creating subtle fullness through the upper bodice and adding interest to the otherwise understated design.

Long sleeves provide an elegant finish, while the fitted natural waist is accentuated by a coordinating purple fabric belt with a decorative oval diamanté-effect buckle.

Below the waist, the skirt falls into a generous A-line silhouette, creating beautiful movement and a flattering full-length shape.

Fully lined and finished with a plastic zip fastening, this is a wonderfully wearable example of original British vintage occasionwear.

A lovely choice for formal events, vintage balls, evening occasions or collectors of late-1960s and early-1970s fashion.

Details

Brand: Carnegie of London

Era: Believed to be late 1960s / early 1970s

Colour: Rich purple

Fabric: Crimplene

Labelled size: 12
Full-length maxi dress
High neckline
Gathered and pleated shoulder detailing
Long sleeves
Fitted natural waist
Coordinating purple fabric belt
Decorative oval diamanté-effect belt buckle
l A-line skirt
Fully lined
Plastic zip fastening
Measurements

Bust: 36"
Waist: 26"
Hips: 48"
Nape to hem: 56"

Labelled size 12. Please compare these measurements with a similar dress that fits comfortably, particularly at the waist, as vintage sizing can differ considerably from modern UK sizing.

Condition

Excellent vintage condition overall.

No significant pulls or tears to the fabric have been noted.

There has been a minor repair to one belt loop, which has been neatly completed and is not particularly noticeable.

Please study the photographs carefully for the condition of the fabric, lining, belt, buckle, seams and zip fastening.

Please note that the dress is a rich purple colour. Photographs may make the fabric appear more blue-toned depending on lighting and screen settings.

Perfect For

Vintage eveningwear, 1960s and 1970s fashion, formal occasions, vintage balls, retro occasion dressing, modest evening gowns, theatrical wardrobes and collectors of original British vintage clothing.