Vintage 80s John Charles Metallic Turquoise Ballgown Dress & Jacket

Vintage 1980s Lady Diana style long ballgown dress and bolero jacket by John Charles. The fabric is metallic turquoise acetate. The size stated is 12 but it's more of a slim 10. The measurements are as follows: 42/32/45cm across the bust/waist/hips, 139cm in length from the bodice down. The dress has never been worn and, therefore, the shoulder straps have not been sewn on to the desired length. This was a common feature of such dresses in the 80s that enabled the exact length of strap. For now, they are held in place by safety pins. The skirt is full circle and has lots of netting and an underskirt. The jacket has puff sleeves with gathered shoulders, elastic at the elbows and ruffled collar. The jacket is also lined. The zipped bodice has lots of gathered fabric and a huge bow at the back. This is a rare find in mint condition with no damage and no fading to the exquisite colour, which is even more beautiful than in the photos. Perfect for a fancy dress party or, if you're daring, a graduation ball.