Orange Paper Shift Dress with Paisley Pattern

1970s · 1960s · British

A sleeveless shift dress constructed from bonded paper with a vibrant orange ground featuring an abstract paisley-inspired pattern in burgundy and cream. The dress displays a simple A-line silhouette with wide armholes and a straight hemline falling to mid-thigh length. The surface pattern consists of flowing, organic curved motifs that create an all-over repeat design typical of psychedelic-influenced textiles. The paper construction represents the experimental disposable fashion movement of the 1960s, when manufacturers explored alternative materials as part of the Space Age aesthetic. The dress appears to be cut from a single piece of printed paper with minimal seaming, demonstrating the utilitarian approach to these novelty garments that were intended for limited wear.