1980s John Charles Red Gold Lame Maxi Dress with Ruched Waist japanese_vintage moulded Bakelite and its cast

moulded Bakelite and its cast cousin

In excellent vintage condition with no flaws of any note and is clean and ready to wear

The light chiffon has a floral pattern of pastel tones in ivory

and falls snugly over the hips before flaring out towards the floor

Lined in a quality acetate with the Gianni Versace couture label

1980s John Charles Red Gold Lame Maxi Dress with Ruched Waist japanese_vintage moulded Bakelite and its castThis is a great example of 1980s evening wear by John Charles. Founded by designer Cherry Price in 1958, the brand became known for its OTT party dresses and occasion wear throughout the 1970s and 1980s. True to form, this dress is tailored from high octane red jersey detailed with flecks of gold lam. The front is generously cut from swathes of fabric, with a slash neck and sleeveless silhouette. The fabric at the front gives way to a sensuously low