Vintage 1970s Richard Stump Dress, size M (12)

Vintage 1970s Richard Stump Dress, size M

This lovely Richard Stump dress is an authentic piece from the late 1970s to early 1980s. Richard Stump was a prominent British manufacturing brand famous for producing mass-market, high-quality day dresses, often utilizing comfortable synthetic jersey blends that were incredibly popular for their wrinkle-resistant, wash-and-wear nature.

It features a striking all-over botanical bamboo leaf or willow branch graphic print in white over a deep navy blue background. The collar area features a keyhole or split v-neck detail, accented with delicate fabric ties at the throat. A classic, straightforward shift or column silhouette with short sleeves, designed to drape easily over the body without clinging too tightly.

The mannequin in these picture is size S so this dress will fit nicely size M (12). Please see my measurements below. 

Shoulder to shoulder: 38cm 

Pit to pit: 47cm

Shoulder to arm: 22cm 

Waist: 43cm

Full length: 104cm

The Richard Stump label is a highly regarded British heritage brand that holds a nostalgic spot in the history of mid-century high-street fashion. It is an excellent label to highlight for vintage buyers who value traditional British manufacturing. Richard Stump Ltd. was a prominent clothing manufacturing company based in the UK that reached its peak popularity during the 1970s and 1980s. They specialized in ready-to-wear everyday fashion, smart day dresses, and elegant matching tunic or skirt suits. They were widely known for supplying major British high-street department stores with reliable, stylish, and durable garments