IDOL Empire Line Black Velvet Dress with Beaded Detail

IDOL Empire Line Black Velvet Dress with Beaded Detail

An enchanting medieval inspired dress in black silk viscose blend velvet with gold thread and multi colour bead detailing. Full length with long sleeves a fitted empire style bust and a zip closure down back. Lined.

IDOL was a London based label known for its luxurious textiles and hand embroidery, it was stocked at Charivari, L'eclaireur and Liberty Department Store but they also had their own store in Soho. IDOL garments were worn in Absolutely Fabulous and fans include Cher, Paula Yates, Helena Bonham Carter and Marilyn Manson.

Fabric Composition 30% silk 70% viscose, lining 100% viscose 

Size S fits XS-S

Measurements 

Length of sleeve 62cm 

Length 146cm 

Across chest 41cm

Across hips 60cm 

Condition Very good

Reference images - Paula Yates wearing IDOL photo by Tom Stoddard circa 90s, Empire line IDOL dress in the Telegraph as a prize for a competition 1997, article about IDOL in the observer 1991 and article about IDOL in the Guardian 1992.

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