1970s Peacock Cotton Gauze Dress

1970s Peacock Cotton Gauze Maxi Dress

A dreamy 1970s maxi dress from Peacock, one of the Indian import labels that captured the spirit of the decade’s bohemian style. Known for their romantic gauze pieces, Peacock stood alongside Phool and Adini in bringing flowing, handcrafted fashion from India to the West.

This example is cut from feather-light cotton gauze, printed in folkloric jewel-toned motifs. The silhouette is long and sweeping, with a softly gathered lined skirt that creates volume without weight. The bodice features a flattering V-neckline and a row of buttons down the front, lending shape and structure to the otherwise airy cut. These details make it as practical as it is romantic, with styling that moves easily from relaxed daytime to dressed-up evenings.

The style embodies everything we love about 1970s bohemian fashion: ease, romance, and a sense of wanderlust. With its effortless drape and versatile shape, this is the kind of dress that feels as good as it looks.

Styling

Wear it loose with sandals or barefoot for true 70s ease, belt it at the waist with boots for a rock-bohemian look, or layer with knits and a suede jacket as the weather cools.

Condition

Excellent vintage condition. Colours remain vivid and the gauze fabric is strong and intact. Normal signs of age.

Measurements. Fits S-L /38-42/ UK 8-14 due to blousy bust and drawstring waist

Bust/Pit to Pit: 53cm
Waist /Underbust: 45cm (can be made tighter with drawstrings)
Hips: 53cm
Length: 112cm

(All measurements taken flat and doubled where appropriate. Please allow for small differences due to vintage tailoring.)