1960s Adele Simpson Metallic Floral Dress designer-chanel It is long

It is long

These almost border on being wearable art and would have been entirely hand made and the leathers hand dyed

I love the ruffle around the top of the bust - it is a much better finish then just a straight edge would have been

Two inner layers to act as a slip and the top layer that has a chevron pattern detailing that has silk fringing

1960s Adele Simpson Metallic Floral Dress designer-chanel It is longWhat a beauty! This lovely metallic brocade is just wonderful! There is a depth and richness to the silk that you just don't get the full impact of till you see it in person even the backdrop of black has a hint of the gold thread running through it giving it another dimension and subtle glint. The flower design looks 3D in person and there is a slight raise to some of the design but it is more caused by a clever sense of tone and texture used int he