1980s C&A Purple Chiffon RaRa Dress | Pleated Tiered Cocktail Dress (UK 10)

Vintage 1980s C&A Purple Chiffon Dress | Pleated RaRa Tiered Party Dress | Spaghetti Strap Cocktail Dress | UK 10
Description

A fabulous original 1980s C&A deep purple chiffon party dress, with all the movement and femininity you want from an Eighties occasion piece.

Made from lightweight semi-sheer chiffon, the dress has a softly draped overlay bodice suspended from delicate shoestring straps, falling into a fitted waist with a narrow self-fabric ribbon tie. The skirt is the real feature: multiple layers of finely pleated chiffon create a wonderfully floaty, tiered RaRa silhouette that moves beautifully when worn.

The rich jewel-toned purple gives this a more sophisticated feel than many 1980s party dresses, while the layered construction and asymmetric-looking movement of the pleats give it that unmistakable late-70s/early-80s disco-to-party aesthetic.

An increasingly difficult-to-find example of vintage C&A, and a very wearable original piece for parties, weddings, cocktails or anyone building a genuine 1980s wardrobe.

Details
- Original vintage C&A dress
- Dating from the 1980s
- Rich deep purple
- Lightweight chiffon fabric
- Shoestring shoulder straps
- Draped overlay bodice
- Defined waist
- Narrow ribbon tie detail at waist
- Multi-layered pleated skirt
- RaRa-style tiered silhouette
- Beautiful movement through the skirt
- Feminine cocktail / party style

Measurements
Approximate measurements:
Bust: 32”
Waist: 24”
Length: 36” nape to hem

Estimated size: UK 10
Please compare these measurements with a similar garment that fits you well, as vintage sizing can differ considerably from modern sizing.

Condition
Very good vintage condition.
As with all vintage clothing, there may be very minor signs of age or previous wear consistent with a garment of this era. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

Styling
This is one of those wonderfully easy vintage dresses that doesn't need much doing to it. For a full 1980s evening look, pair it with metallic heels, statement earrings and a small clutch, or keep everything else pared back and let that incredible purple pleated skirt do the work.
It would also make a gorgeous alternative wedding-guest or party dress for someone who wants genuine vintage rather than a modern reproduction of the look.