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Bruce Oldfield Wool and Silk Matelassé Dress
£275.00
A striking late-1980s evening dress by Bruce Oldfield, constructed from black silk and wool matelassé with scrolling floral embroidery in gold metallic thread. The sculptural neckline sits away from the body in a broad horizontal band, suspended from shaped shoulder sections to create an unusual layered, almost architectural effect. A long fitted bodice extends below the natural waist before opening into a softly rounded skirt, creating a pronounced dropped-waist line and subtly exaggerated hips.
Rich in surface and highly considered in construction, it is an assured example of Oldfield’s distinctive approach to occasion dressing.
Details:
- Circa late 1980s
- Black silk and wool matelassé
- Gold metallic-thread floral embroidery
- Sculptural layered neckline
- Shaped shoulder sections
- Short sleeves
- Elongated fitted bodice
- Dropped waist
- Softly rounded, tapered skirt
- Deep V-shaped back
- Concealed back zip
- Fully lined
- Made in England
- Excellent condition - Condition Scale
Size & Measurements:
- UK 8 / US 4 / EU 36. Our size recommendation is a guide only. Please refer to measurements for a more accurate idea of size and fit.
- Shoulders 15.7"/40cm, chest 16.5"/42cm, waist 13.8"/35cm, hips 18.5"/47cm, sleeve 9.4"/24cm - all measurements are taken with the garment laid flat.