late 1970s vintage Mary Farrin 'Levison Original' knitted maxi dress metallic_1920s once elastic replaced

once elastic replaced

but overall still a wearable headdress

with an Indian block print influence

Decoration covers an area approx 6” across when measured across top

Here’s a wonderful in depth bit of background on Jay’s

late 1970s vintage Mary Farrin 'Levison Original' knitted maxi dress metallic_1920s once elastic replacedCheery sunflower yellow dress from collectable knitwear designer Mary Farrin, in drapey viscose boucle knit. Shape is very 1930s, with balloon sleeves and gathered cuffs, fitted bodice down into a slightly fared full length column skirt. The twisted cable style trim in bright white contrast to tops of balloon sleeves and around the wide scoop neckline, leads into a integral tie to centre front. It's in excellent shape, and appears to have been little