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The dress was designed for her by Isobel, a London based designer for whom Anne had worked as a PA from about 1948-1951.\r\n\r\nThe couple had in fact met at Isobel's country home, Landhurst Wood, in Hartfield, Sussex, at the designer's New Years Eve party. Before working for her, Anne was introduced to Isobel by P C Molineux, Anne's father, a senior partner of Chantrey Button & Co, who audited Isobel's accounts as well as those of other London fashion houses.\r\n\r\nThe dress and its matching Juliet cap are both delicately embroidered in diamante and pearl beading. While the bodice of the dress is very fitted, it spills out into a full, floor length skirt with a train.\r\n\r\nIsobel was one of London's most successful fashion houses in the inter-war period. Her customers included celebrities, aristocrats and stage personalities. While many of these clients came to her for leisurewear, she was also well known for glamorous eveningwear. 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