Marimekko VTG 1966 Linssi Dress Kaarina and 24 similar items

RARE Vintage 1966 Marimekko ?Linssi? mini dress, designed by Kaarina Kellomaki, a bold mod piece featuring purple and pink oval dots on heavy cotton. Step-in style with metal front zipper Two side seam pockets with half-circle accents and double topstitching Short sleeves, darted for fit Marked Size M / 34 100% cotton, high-quality early Marimekko textile This is one of the earliest iterations of the Linssi print, showcasing Marimekko?s revolutionary 1960s mod style. Condition Excellent vintage condition. No flaws, freshly dry cleaned, ready to wear. Provenance Note Marimekko, founded in Finland in 1951, became an international sensation in the 1960s, defining the look of bold Scandinavian modernism. Kaarina Kellomaki?s ?Linssi? pattern (1966) is among the label?s iconic prints, highly prized by collectors. Style Aesthetics ? Mod / Scandinavian modern / Mob Wife crossover ? Collectible early Marimekko, Kellomaki design ? Sustainable vintage cotton Styling Tips Wear as a bold mini dress with boots for true 60s mod. Style with oversized jewelry for a Mob Wife era meets mod look. Collectible piece suitable for museum-level vintage collections. Measurements (laid flat) Bust: 17" (34") Hips: 19.5" (39") Shoulders: 13" Length (shoulder to hem): 35" Approx. Modern Size Fits like US Women?s XS/S (2?4) EU 34?36 / UK 6?8 Fit Guide Best for ~5?3??5?6?, 110?125 lbs. Slim fit, cotton with no stretch. Fabric / Materials 100% heavy cotton, Marimekko Linssi print (1966). Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? collectible 1960s Marimekko, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Models Measurements: Bust - 32" Waist - 26" Shoulders - 15" Hips - 35 1/2" Height - 5'8" Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, or if you're in a hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via UPS or FedEx! INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!