{"product_id":"the-mabel-dress","title":"The Mabel Dress","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mabel Dress is a vision in polka dots! A classic 70's shape, it features a black velvet bodice, lace edging, and a high bust line giving it that iconic 70's silhouette. The polka dot skirt and puff sleeves contrast against the black velvet of the jewelled belt. This dress is made in the UK by the brand \"Marion Donaldson\". In perfect vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMarion Donaldson is widely credited with introducing the spirit of Swinging London to Glasgow in the mid‑1960s. The label was founded in 1966 by newly married David and Marion Donaldson, both just 22 years old, with only £50 in start‑up capital, yet within three years the business had reached the equivalent of £1,000,000 in turnover. All design and manufacturing took place in Glasgow, but the brand quickly built a nationwide presence, supplying major retailers such as Fenwick’s of New Bond Street. From the beginning, the company made extensive use of Liberty fabrics, a partnership that grew so strong that Marion Donaldson became Liberty’s largest UK customer. The label continued to trade until 1999, producing around 1,000 garments each week at its peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSuggested size UK 8 - 10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePit to pit: 16\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEmpire bust waist: 28\". \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLength (shoulder to hem): 54\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMade from what feels like a cotton polyester mix, and velvet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAll of our items are vintage and preloved so will show signs of wear.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laurel \u0026 Briar Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52778903830794,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0933\/9636\/9674\/files\/IMG_3269.jpg?v=1774611155","url":"https:\/\/laurelbriarvintage.com\/products\/the-mabel-dress","provider":"Laurel \u0026 Briar Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}