{"product_id":"pru-fischer-new-zealand-1960s-midnight-navy-silk-pleated-floral-border-skirt-vip","title":"Pru Fischer New Zealand 1960s Midnight Navy Silk Pleated Floral Border Skirt 'VIP'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIBBAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThere is something quietly extraordinary about holding a piece of New Zealand fashion history in your hands. This authentic vintage silk skirt by Pru Fischer, crafted during the late 1960s domestic textile renaissance, carries the kind of considered artistry that simply does not exist in modern production. Weightless yet structured, the fluid knife pleats fall from a clean waistband with architectural precision, releasing into a full, sheer silk sweep that moves like water. At the hem, a painterly botanical meadow erupts into life: tall irises in blush and coral rise above drifts of wildflowers and delicate foliage, rendered with an illustrative hand that reads more like a garden painting than a print.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe high waistband draws the eye upward and defines the midsection cleanly, while the pleated volume below skims and floats rather than clings, making this silhouette generous and forgiving across the hip and thigh. The hemline print anchors the eye at the lower leg, creating a natural visual balance that elongates the figure. Pair it with a simple white tee for effortless daytime wear, or tuck in a fine-knit merino for a more weather friendly ensemble. This is investment dressing at its most poetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeen to try on? Visit The Aviary to try on, make your booking \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/paintedbird.nz\/pages\/welcome-to-the-aviary\" title=\"Try on your favourites at eThe Aviary\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCirca\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1940 - 1970\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Consignment \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLabel\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pru Fischer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric\u003c\/strong\u003e: Silk \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Very good commensurate with age and love. Two small areas of repair (as shown)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dry clean only to preserve the silk and pleated structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModern Size Indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e*: 8 - 10 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e*: Waist: 30 cm, Hip: 46 cm (laid flat) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Size Indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e: 10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-pre-wrap leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFit\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fitted waist, full pleated skirt \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFixture\u003c\/strong\u003e: Side zipper and single button fastening \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e: Crisp knife pleats, sheer silk overlay, vibrant floral border print at the hem\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE DESIGNER\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cem\u003ePru Fischer\u003c\/em\u003e was an independent boutique New Zealand fashion designer active during the late 1960s. Operating during the height of the mid-century domestic textile boom, her garments are exceptionally rare and collectable pieces of New Zealand fashion heritage, characterised by premium craftsmanship and distinct artistic prints.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Additional items pictured are not included in the sale and are for illustrative purposes only. Sale\/Sold Items\/Damaged Items cannot be exchanged, refunded or returned. \u003cem\u003eColours may display differently on various devices.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Painted Bird Vintage Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44480454328413,"sku":"BKS29052026","price":130.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0295\/5614\/6269\/files\/DarkBlueSilkSkirt_1.jpg?v=1779861691","url":"https:\/\/paintedbird.nz\/products\/pru-fischer-new-zealand-1960s-midnight-navy-silk-pleated-floral-border-skirt-vip","provider":"Painted Bird Vintage Boutique \u0026 The Aviary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}