Exceptional 1959 Balenciaga Haute Couture Strapless Ivory Silk Chiffon w Metallic Embroidery designer-gucci Length: 38" from top of

Length: 38" from top of bust to bottom hem

under that is a single faceted button

The jacket has no closures and slips on to wear

It utilizes the very minimal of seaming in its design with dropped curving shoulders and arms and a slim cut through the body - a subtle play on his iconic "cocoon" shaping he was known for

Pair these with any solid or mix and match prints for a million styling options

Exceptional 1959 Balenciaga Haute Couture Strapless Ivory Silk Chiffon w Metallic Embroidery designer-gucci Length: 38" from top ofThe dress dates to the 1959 Balenciaga Couture collection. Based on the information provided by the Balenciaga archives there is a possibility that it was made in 1960. It was made under the creative direction of Cristobal Balenciaga. I was able to date this dress after speaking with the Balenciaga archives and they confirmed that this was 19591960. They hold its twin in yellow. They do not allow sharing of photos from their archives but I have seen