1970s Elissa Pleated Cotton Maxi Skirt and Navy Top Set Clip_Earrings wide set bow

wide set bow

The bodice is tailored to draw in neatly at the waist

The interior is fully lined in matching peach and there is a concealed zip fastening at the centre reverse

A shirtwaister style

This arresting late 1970s maxi skirt ensemble in contrasting violet and emerald green is labelled by Lydia Martin and is made of the same fabric and design as an Yves Saint Laurent haute couture dress from the same era sold by Kerry Taylor Lot 160

1970s Elissa Pleated Cotton Maxi Skirt and Navy Top Set Clip_Earrings wide set bowThis 1970s pleated cotton outfit from American boutique brand Elissa of California is made up of two separates along with a matching floral fabric tie belt to draw in the waist. The ankle length skirt is tightly pleated with a delicate print in ochre, orange and soft grey on a navy background. There is a neat waistband and a zip to fasten at the centre reverse. The navy top is designed to be worn off the shoulders and features an oversized pleated