Marimekko ”Linssi” by Kaarina Kellomäki Vintage1966 Mini Dress 34 S Purple Pink Polka Dot

RARE Vintage 1966 Marimekko “Linssi” mini dress, designed by Kaarina Kellomäki, a bold mod piece featuring purple and pink oval dots on heavy cotton.

• Step-in style with metal front zipper

• Two side seam pockets with half-circle accents and double topstitching

• Short sleeves, darted for fit

• Marked Size M / 34

• 100% cotton, high-quality early Marimekko textile

This is one of the earliest iterations of the Linssi print, showcasing Marimekko’s revolutionary 1960s mod style.

Condition
Excellent vintage condition. No flaws, freshly dry cleaned, ready to wear.

Provenance Note
Marimekko, founded in Finland in 1951, became an international sensation in the 1960s, defining the look of bold Scandinavian modernism. Kaarina Kellomäki’s “Linssi” pattern (1966) is among the label’s iconic prints, highly prized by collectors.

Style Aesthetics

• 🔥 Mod / Scandinavian modern / Mob Wife crossover

• 📈 Collectible early Marimekko, Kellomäki design

• 🌿 Sustainable vintage cotton

Styling Tips

• Wear as a bold mini dress with boots for true 60s mod.

• Style with oversized jewelry for a Mob Wife era meets mod look.

• Collectible piece suitable for museum-level vintage collections.

Measurements (laid flat)

• Bust: 17" (34")

• Hips: 19.5" (39")

• Shoulders: 13"

• Length (shoulder to hem): 35"

Approx. Modern Size

• Fits like US Women’s XS/S (2–4)

• EU 34–36 / UK 6–8

Fit Guide
Best for ~5’3”–5’6”, 110–125 lbs. Slim fit, cotton with no stretch.

Fabric / Materials
100% heavy cotton, Marimekko Linssi print (1966).

Sustainability Note
Sustainably vintage — collectible 1960s Marimekko, not fast fashion.

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