Rare 1960s Silk Crepe Alice Pollock Top

Alice Pollock was one of the great British designers and the founder of the Quorum label who partnered with, and it could be said discovered, Ossie Clark and Celia Birwell. They designed the clothing that filled the shop from 1965 - 1973. This top was surely designed by or heavily influence by Ossie and Celia as the print is similar to some later Ossie pieces. It is made from a weightless silk crepe that has alternating squares of print in a pink and deeper burgundy on a pale pink backdrop. It has a small neat collar with an elaborate silk tie. The sleeves are exceptional and cut with an extreme billow and fullness above each cuff. Presents as excellent condition but is flawed so please review condition report below.

Unlined and buttons to close down the front with a panel of fabric hiding the buttons. There are two areas of thinning and small tearing to the silk at spots across the upper shoulder on one side and at the top of the sleeve- please super-size the photo to see. Priced accordingly but also with its rareness in mind.

Sleeves: 28" but poufs up when on
Shoulders: 15"
Bust: 19" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: 21" flat across from side seam to side seam
Length: 26.5" from neck to hem

Modern Sizing Equivalent: XS-SML

Item# S681

Reference Photos: Shot for creative purposes by Nicole Ormerod  /  Stylist: Nadia Pizzimenti  /  Hair & Makeup:  Jodi Urichuk  /  models: Riley Young & Viktoria Light.

This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.

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