Fall 1973 Feather & Metallic Silk & Velvet Bill Blass Dress designer-ted-lapidus Black silk taffeta is the

Black silk taffeta is the base upon which a second layer of lace is applied that follows the body of the dress except for the straps and edge of the top and around the hem

You really see another side of her in this dress too

These embroidered jackets where amongst the most prized and this one is a stunning example

The arms are cut very deep so you would either wear something nude under it or risk exposure if you move a certain way

The pants have that amazing notched front to the their wide flared cut so when a girl walks you get an flash of shoe and ankle - a bit of a play on the Victorian era and a classic Ossie way bringing in an element of the past with a genius twist to make it timeless

Fall 1973 Feather & Metallic Silk & Velvet Bill Blass Dress designer-ted-lapidus Black silk taffeta is theAn incredible early piece by Bill Blass that is just beautiful and very rare and special. It really shows his love of fabrics and unusual textures that he would use early on to contrast his simple cuts and elegant designs. This is an aesthetic viewpoint that he continued throughout his career but I feel that the earliest pieces, like this one are the best. His love of fabrics meant that over the course of his career he produced glamorous and luxurious