1950s Ivory Silk Pleated Dress in the Manner of Jean Desses designer-loris-azzaro A pretty gold cord is

A pretty gold cord is worked around the edge and through the band to complement the design and little sequins dance across the band in swirls

It has a dotted tie at the neck in the same stretch jersey as the interior which adds a nice punch of contrast

We did find a photo reference and believe this to be from French Vogue

Modern Sizing equivalent: SML-MED (6-12)

Item# E499

1950s Ivory Silk Pleated Dress in the Manner of Jean Desses designer-loris-azzaro A pretty gold cord isThis is a wonderful little dress in the manner of Jean Desses. It unfortunately does not have a label so I am hesitant to attribute it to his work though it may be a ready to wear piece. Given its design and lines it certainly could pass as one and I think that for those that love his work this is a find indeed. It certainly utilizes his signature, elaborate pleat work in its construction. The fabric is an ivory silk chiffon of very fine quality and