is this 1949 "Gavarni" satin evening dress made by Jacques Fath, using sequins and crystals to make a floral pattern. The bodice is wrapped to make it look like it is buttoned up on the left, and opens up at the skirt to reveal a faux petticoat.
is this 1955 Dior evening dress with a stole, made of white cotton organza over layers of nylon. The floral embroidery is incredible various materials- white raffia, silver thread, silver beads, white horsehair, pearl-like sequins, and silk flower petals
Today’s #ootd us this 1930s gown by Margaret Marks. The silky biased cut satin dress with a slim silhouette is classic 1930s. Also note the stylized leaf appliqués in a different fabric that increases its textural appeal. Plus that bow! Oh the bow!
is this 1970-1 Chanel red silk chiffon evening dress. Coco Chanel died in 1971, so this dress, a part of the collection that was shown 2 weeks after her death, is an example of one of her last works. She designed up until the end