1970s Jean Varon net sleeve trapeze dress

Holy Moly. One of the most fantastic pieces I've seen from the Jean Varon label of designer John Bates, early 1970s, in high quality weighty synthetic jersey and gorgeous shade of powder blue. The body of the dress is hugely full, trapeze style, but draws right in as desired with a long matching tie belt. The sleeves, typical of JV at this time, are also massively full, set in raglan style from the shoulder and ballooning to a flat cuff. They are constructed from cotton netted fabric, in fabulous contrast to the body of the piece. The back neck fastens with a tied bow to echo that of the belt, and the body fastens with back zip. Unlined, and if not exquisite enough, featuring pocket to the side seam.

48" around approx chest

41" front of neckline to hem

Around hem is a full circle

Excellent condition, minor discolouration to inside of zip tape so not seen when worn, and a little gentle fade/tonal change to outer side of sleeves, not so noticeable on. SUCH a statement piece, who will be looking!