ESTELLE ROSE GREEN 70S DRESS | 8

A gorgeous 1970s dress by Estelle Rose, beautifully made in New Zealand and full of earthy romantic charm. The dress combines rich olive, sage, and warm brown tones in a way that feels unmistakably of the era while still incredibly wearable today. The main body appears to be crafted from soft cotton, contrasted with sheer crepe-feel sleeves likely polyester  that add beautiful movement and texture. An enclosed neckline gives the silhouette an elegant modesty, while matching green daisy embroidery brings the perfect handcrafted vintage detail. Finished with a back zip closure, the dress has that lovely balance of structure and softness that so many well made 70s garments are known for.

Very little documented history survives about Estelle Rose today, but the label appears on a number of quality New Zealand-made vintage garments from the 1960s and 1970s, particularly occasion dresses and romantic evening styles. Surviving pieces are admired for their feminine detailing, elegant tailoring, and strong craftsmanship, reflecting the flourishing local fashion industry New Zealand had during that period.

For styling, lean into the rich earthy palette and romantic folk-inspired feel:

• Chocolate brown leather boots would look perfect either knee-high riding boots or soft suede ankle boots
• Pair with a tan or dark brown vintage satchel or structured leather handbag
• Layer with a cream cable-knit cardigan, brown suede jacket, or long wool coat
• Antique gold jewellery works beautifully with olive and sage tones
• A brown felt hat or velvet ribbon in the hair would suit the 70s mood perfectly
• For colder weather, add textured cream or chocolate tights

This kind of dress has such a timeless autumnal elegance perfect for markets, cafés, concerts, gallery visits, or countryside weekends where you want something unique, artistic, and effortlessly vintage-inspired.