1970s Jean Muir Minimalist Black Dress

Minimalist square necked vintage evening dress by Jean Muir from the mid to late 1970s (clearly 1930s inspired). Beautifully constructed with a classic A-line cut; button detail to left hem, and neckline beautifully trimmed in jet black sequins. Understated chic at its very best. Fully lined. Side zip for closure. Wonderful quality and exquisitely tailored.

Jean Muir's life in fashion began at the age of 22 when she joined Liberty of London in 1950. Working her way from junior stockroom assistant to the new Young Liberty section, Muir gained valuable experience sketching designs for clients.

Muir then moved to Jaeger in 1956, designing for the label until 1962; leaving to design under the Jane and Jane label. In 1966, Jean Muir established Jean Muir Ltd with her husband, Harry Leuckert. So successful were her designs that her label remained at the forefront of fashion for four decades.