These pieces have broad appeal, from younger consumers looking for retro gems to true brand fans seeking Laura Ashleys iconic styles. Lucy Gledhill, Joanie Brand Director added: Weve dusted off the old catalogues, pieced together photos of fabulous vintage frocks and frilly blouses, and paired them with prints from the Laura Ashley archive to create this capsule of classic cottagecore, modern heirloom pieces and pretty prairies dresses, all with a hint of whimsy and the history that only comes from working with a heritage brand like Laura Ashley
When Annie had school-aged children, she briefly tried to modernise for them, as they said classmates were making fun of her attire
How to Style: : A crisp button-down or blazergo monochrome or inject a pop of color
A frame to hold the skirt in shape (most common were farthingales, panniers, crinolines, and bustles) A Reticella collar or lace ruff Bloomers worn underneath the dress (sometimes visible, sometimes not) Flowers (real or fake) Jewels sewn into the dress Pearls Gold or Silver Lam Fur (trimming the dress, or even lining it for warmth) Feathers A large, fancy design or symbol, or lots of smaller symbols Gloves (long, especially High-Class Gloves, or short depending on the sleeve length and/or neckline)
