Ossie Clark for Radley Celia Birtwell Bubble Print Smock Dress circa 1969 Silk_Chiffon_Dress adorned throughout with pink organza

adorned throughout with pink organza roses that appear as polka dots from afar

the skirt flares out and would look great with a tiered petticoat for more volume

Sambo designs were well known for their lively printed summer dresses and use of high quality cottons - for example

SHOULDER - 16 in (40

elegant bone structuring in the bodice and wire worked skillfully into the sweetheart neckline to maintain the shape

Ossie Clark for Radley Celia Birtwell Bubble Print Smock Dress circa 1969 Silk_Chiffon_Dress adorned throughout with pink organzaThis charming late 1960s cotton dress by Ossie Clark for Radley boasts a pretty 'bubble' print by celebrated textile designer Celia Birtwell. This piece is pretty and gamine with puff sleeves and a wide Empire line waistband. The skirt has 3 x soft pleated tiers and falls to the mid calf. The plunging V neck balances the girlish aesthetic, accentuating the bust which is loosely rushed from gathered fabric atop of each shoulder. The print is in rose