1980s Roots Blue Lace Bow Detail Cocktail Dress with Structured Bodice Vintage_40s_Dress with raglan shoulders giving a

with raglan shoulders giving a casual feel to the garment

The opulent lace overlay features a symmetrical baroque style pattern and pretty scalloped edges on the scoop neckline

leaving the fingers exposed

Sleeveless with a scoop neckline both front and reverse

lined fully in a matching gold/bronze silk organza

1980s Roots Blue Lace Bow Detail Cocktail Dress with Structured Bodice Vintage_40s_Dress with raglan shoulders giving aThis vivacious late 1980s sateen and lace cocktail dress in cobalt blue is by the famous London boutique Roots and is playful, dynamic and in excellent vintage condition. Sadly the boutique which was located in fashionable Chelsea, closed its doors in the 1990s. The dress is a classic mid eighties does 1950s style, with a corseted bodice and a flared tutu skirt finishing just above the knee. The blue, black and red is designed to reflect the bold,