1960s Sculpted Mollie Parnis Maxi Dress designer-balenciaga The sleeves sit off shoulder

The sleeves sit off shoulder and actually attach under each arm - almost giving them the effect of being gloves

This early Edwardian period top weighs mere ounces and is all hand done

the fluted

in a 1986 article

This dress is made of a medium weight wool crepe that walks the line perfectly between drape and form

1960s Sculpted Mollie Parnis Maxi Dress designer-balenciaga The sleeves sit off shoulderThe photos of this Mollie Parnis are deceptive as they don't quite convey the texture of the fabric and the draping that lends itself the the sculptural feel of this design. The top is cut to be sleek and simple with no sleeves and a deep curved neckline. It is constructed from a textured, almost linen look base in a lemon yellow tone. It skims past the waist and over the hips where it opens into a fuller skirt that still manages to seem sleek and