1970s La Mendola Beautifully Printed Silk Jersey Dress designer-mary-mcfadden The skirt flows out and

The skirt flows out and widens as it nears the hem

I love the richness and instant impact of the fabric and the elegant cut combined with that feminine palette of pastels

A version of this dress in a different colourway was photoed for Vogue in 1972

and enviably serene smile

This would be suitable for a wedding or any other summer event

1970s La Mendola Beautifully Printed Silk Jersey Dress designer-mary-mcfadden The skirt flows out andThe La Mendola label is highly collectible and sought after when the duo behind the label where designing in Rome it was girls like Elizabeth Taylor and Rita Hayworth that were buying and even wait listing for pieces as they were produced. The Italian based shop closed in 1974 giving us a date for this prior to that. The silk jersey used to make this dress is the best possible grade so feels amazing on. The design is beautifully vibrant and bright