{"product_id":"rare-vintage-1970s-aananda-indian-cotton-block-printed-maxi-dress","title":"Rare vintage 1970s Aananda Indian cotton block printed maxi dress","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBeautiful and highly desirable vintage 1970s\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eAananda\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eIndian\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ecotton maxi dress, with the original woven label and size 12 tag.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gorgeous bohemian piece in soft cream, golden yellow and warm chocolate brown, featuring traditional-style\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eblock printed floral and paisley motifs throughout. The fitted yellow printed bodice is beautifully contrasted with the full, softly gathered cream cotton skirt, while the long full bishop sleeves with fitted poppered cuffs echo the skirt print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLovely period details include the matching printed waist trim, decorative sleeve bands and fabulous tie belt with trailing ends. Wrap style bodice with hook and eyes to the bodice, popper detail at the left ribcage, and belt ties to fasten. Fully lined skirt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dress has that wonderful handmade, artisanal feel associated with the sought-after Indian-inspired cotton dresses of the era. Labelled Aananda, size 12. Made in India, 100% cotton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebest fit approx a modern UK 12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emeasures 55\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15.5\" across the shoulders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e23.5\" sleeves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e37\" bust\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e29\" ribcage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efree size waist\/hips\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA particularly good find for collectors of 1970s maxi dresses, bohemian clothing and vintage cotton block prints. No flaws evident - please note block prints are printed by hand using traditional wooden blocks, resulting in the subtle variations and occasional imperfections that distinguish hand-crafted textiles from mass-produced fabrics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aananda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58671950922112,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0185\/8564\/files\/Aanandablockprint70sdress.jpg?v=1786371187","url":"https:\/\/www.candysays.co.uk\/products\/rare-vintage-1970s-aananda-indian-cotton-block-printed-maxi-dress","provider":"Candy Says Vintage Clothing UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}