1950s Red Silk Off-The-Shoulder Dress 80s_Bolero_Jacket draped tailoring

draped tailoring

This is an an exceptional green velvet cocktail suit by Julien Macdonald for Givenchy's Fall/Winter Haute Couture 2003 presentation and is look number 2

and fastens down the back with a simple zip closure

a pretty rose pattern band interspersed by what appears to be a tromp l'oeil design for a leather embossed strap

1950s Red Silk Off-The-Shoulder Dress 80s_Bolero_Jacket draped tailoringThis colour block red silk cocktail dress was manufactured in America in the mid 1950s. The off the shoulder tailoring adds a playfully sensuous detail, whilst the cap sleeves, cinched waist and pleated full skirt are trademarks of the era. The taffeta crimson silk has a lovely thick texture and supports the structured style of the dress. The flamboyant bow and collared neckline give way to ruched fabric at the waist. Lined in silk organza and closes