1930s Purple Floral Silk Chiffon Gown designer-emanuel-ungaro hand draped and pleated strapless

hand draped and pleated strapless bodice follows every curve

The tunic is cut simply with long lean lines and a loose and easy cut through the body so is very flattering

A lovely piece

It is just as fresh and relevant now and has the added bonus of being able to be worn as separates

It is comletely cut on the bias and any shape is achieved by the masterful draping as it has minimal seaming

1930s Purple Floral Silk Chiffon Gown designer-emanuel-ungaro hand draped and pleated straplessThis thirties bias cut silk crepe gown is beautiful. It is completely cut on the bias so drapes and moves to fit you perfectly from the second you slip it over your head. I am sure the crossed, deep V was originally meant to be worn at the back as was the style then but it is so well constructed you can get away with wearing it either way if you dare to have a plunge that deep in the front that is! The silk is feather light you could probably pull