1950s Ceil Chapman Silk Brocade Gown designer-hermes All the seams and fabric

All the seams and fabric are bias cut

The seams are all finished and almost imperceptible but are placed so that the cut is just perfect

It has hidden hook and eye along the front edges and those large velvet loops and brocade covered buttons at the neck

This drapes down to the side and is caught up in a strip of jersey that is actually part of the straps

It also appears to have not been worn and is excellent condition so it is like buying a piece for a time capsule

1950s Ceil Chapman Silk Brocade Gown designer-hermes All the seams and fabricOddly I just had what would have been the sister to this gown a few weeks ago same fabric but with a slightly different bust! I absolutely love the color of this piece it's a rich combination of a silk peach base with a swirling design of gold and silver delicately woven through the fabric. The cut is fairly simple with no sleeves and a scooped neckline. The waist nips in and the skirt is set with spaced inverted pleating so you don't get any bulk