1970s Bullock's Wilshire Panne Velvet Print Dress designer-bessi All the fabric used would

All the fabric used would have been cutting edge

this extravagant full length skirt by Yves Saint Laurent is perfection

Fully lined in silk that is all hand set

Length: 33" from mid-neck at the back to bottom hem

1970s Bullock's Wilshire Panne Velvet Print Dress designer-bessi All the fabric used wouldThe very nature of panne velvet is part of what gives this dress its opulent feel. The pile is all set on one direction and lies very flat on the surface giving it a high gloss finish. This "glossing" treatment only adds and picks up the print and shows it off to its best advantage. It has a slight stretch to it allowing the upper portion of the dress to fit snugly and then it glides over the waist and hips to a flared A line. Love the exaggerated