1960s? Radley minidress - designer?

[Liz Turner]

I've got this Radley of London minidress with lace cut out panel as shown. I'm assuming it's 1960s but am I right?

I've looked at the interesting info about Radley in the labels resources and was wondering .... how can you identify if a particular designer (such as Ossie Clark) designed a piece for Radley? I don't imagine it's been designed by 'anyone' but am interested to find out how you can get an idea?

Thanks for any advice.

 

[retro ruth]

Ossie Clark for Radley dresses are labelled as such:

I don't know if that applies to all designers.

 

[Liz Turner]

Ah that sounds perfectly sensible and logical Ruth - thank you. Would you say 1960s?

 

[retro ruth]

I think so, maybe late 60s? Has it been shortened?

 

[Liz Turner]

Difficult to tell, I don't think so - the edge neatening on the hem looks the same as on the side seams.

 

[retro ruth]

Then I would say 60s, but others may know better.

 

[Circa Vintage Clothing]

Yes, I'll go with '60s although I can't comment on the length. Many of these have been shortened, you'd need to see the hem to be sure.

As Ruth mentioned, if Ossie's name isn't on the label, it's unlikely to be an Ossie.