1960s Edward Abbott Cream Dress with Purple and Blue Florals honeymoon frilled collar around the neckline

frilled collar around the neckline and bell-sleeves with flared cuffs

The third strand is detailed with a multitude of glimmering crystals

The dress is full-length and falls in a relaxed

This skirt would have been part of a knitwear ensemble and possibly from the Beehive Collection

1960s Edward Abbott Cream Dress with Purple and Blue Florals honeymoon frilled collar around the necklineThis charming dress was designed by Edward Abbott in the 1960s and was a high end ready to wear brand which retailed in the UK and US. It is tailored from a very fine quality cream linen cloth which is printed all over with vibrant florals and foliage in fuchsia, violet, royal blue, baby blue and green. It showcases a classic, flattering sheath silhouette with a wide neckline, nipped in waist and relaxed pencil shaped skirt. The dress fastens at the