Bill Atkinson 70’s Rare Vintage Patchwork Scarf Belt Maxi Skirt Fits as a size 8

Bill Atkinson 70’s Vintage Patchwork Scarf Belt Maxi Skirt Size 12 Colors are like a peach and olive green/almost brown on a cream base with paisley design mixed with flowers It has POCKETS! Rare find Comes with a scarf style belt that matches the patchwork style Snap button closure on skirt. Sz 12 - please be aware that this is NOT a modern size 12. It fits more like an 8. See measurements - waist is about 28” (14in across) 40” long Bill Atkinson was an architect who got into the fashion business purely by accident. He made a square dance outfit for his wife from eight bandannas. The outfit was so popular that he started making them to sell. This venture was very successful, and he soon found a housedress maker, Glen Manufacturing, to make the skirt. This was in 1950. For twenty years, Glen of Michigan made Bill Atkinson’s casual sportswear designs. In 1974, Atkinson started a new line, Bill Atkinson, Ltd., which lasted until 1982 when it was sold to a Canadian firm, Highland Queen. sold AS IS so please look through the photos carefully. It is in pretty good condition considering it’s 50+ years old. In perfect condition, his clothes sell on vintage sites from $145- $3000+. This is a great addition to any vintage-lovers closet! Trusted posh ambassador. Smoke free home. All bundles over $50 receive free shipping and can choose any $7 or under item to add free. Bundles over $25 receive $4.99 shipping and can still add the free item.