1940s Norman Young Red Georgette Maxi Dress Radley This unusual 1960s Jo Giovanni

This unusual 1960s Jo Giovanni Italian boutique label purple wool knit dress has some striking design features and would make a wonderful winter warmer

Short cap sleeves provide a touch of coverage

The dress is fully lined with a soft lilac coloured nylon fabric

This piece is beautifully constructed with ribbon finishing on the hems and cuffs

1940s Norman Young Red Georgette Maxi Dress Radley This unusual 1960s Jo GiovanniThis is a very fine example of late 1940s to early 1950s evening wear by British designer Norman Young who made high end occasion wear for department stores and specialist boutiques during the 1940s 1960s. Made from a man made georgette, it is a sweeping and romantic floor length affair. It has an empire line bust and a wide waistband from which the skirt is tightly gathered to accentuate the female form. The gathered cap sleeves are finished with a