1950s Hardy Amies Orange Paisley Brocade Dress french_couture pale peach acetate / viscose

pale peach acetate / viscose blend

A single snap closure and hidden zip secure the front

Both the jacket and the skirt are in very good to excellent vintage condition

This is an early surviving example of Christian Dior-New York Inc Day Wear

Cut from a soft silk crepe fabric

1950s Hardy Amies Orange Paisley Brocade Dress french_couture pale peach acetate / viscoseThis mid 1950s Hardy Amies demi couture occasion dress is made from a sumptuous material in a deep orange paisley brocade with pink and golds accents. It has a sweetheart neckline, pleated shoulders and fitted princess seams to really accentuate the waist. The flared skirt creating a full silhouette with additional side panels to give an almost pannier like effect. Some of the panelled sections of the skirt are lined in a quality black tulle lace to