Bill Blass Hand Sequin Gold and Red Silk Chiffon Dress
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This beautiful dress is by Bill Blass and is magnificent. It is most likely from the time period from about 1974 to 1978 based on other examples of his work that are similar during that time period. The dress has elements of his work that he would touch on continuously over the coming decades and really shows how sophisticated and glamorous he could be. The silk chiffon he used for the base is feather light and has a fine gold lurex thread set into it to create vertical stripes. On the skirt, these lines has a scattering of sequins, applied by hand that run up their lengths. These catch the light beautifully and add another dimension to the dress. The color is unusual and there is a subtle leaf print that is very faint and light in the red at the top of the dress and gradually deepens and takes over the red until it graduates to a chocolate color around the hem. The dress has a nod to the 1930s in its cut but he has exaggerated some elements to keep it modern. The bodice crosses over itself and there is a silk chiffon inset under the semi-sheer exterior layer of silk. The sleeves come out from the bodice and each widens as it nears the cuff. The cuffs are both finished with an 18" band of sable fur that gives them weight and helps to hold the wide bell shape. A brown silk ties cinches the waist and the skirt has a slit up the front to balance the plunge. Excellent condition.
Fully lined in a brown silk chiffon inner, attached slip. It closes with a back painted metal set zipper. An inner waist stay inside hooks to close. Hand finished and hand set sequins.All hand finished to demi-couture standards. The cuffs have the slightest of wear to the edges but are soft and supple.
Sleeves: 24" approx.
Shoulders: no defined seam
Bust: to 18" flat across from side seam to side seam
Waist: 14" flat across from side seam to side seam
Hips: to 22" flat across from side seam to side seam
Bodice: 15.5" from neck to waist
Skirt: 42" from waist to hem
Modern Sizing Equivalent: SML-MED
This garment has been professionally cleaned, pressed and is odor free. Thoroughly checked over before shipping, it will be ready to wear upon arrival.
Details
- Designer
- BrandBill Blass
- Period
- ConditionExcellent. Cuffs have the slightest of wear to the edges but are soft and supple. Expand description above for full measurements..
- WearWear consistent with age and use.
- Dimensions
D 57.5 in.
D 146.05 cm
- Bust18 in. (45.72 cm)
- Waist14 in. (35.56 cm)
- Hip22 in. (55.88 cm)
- Length57.5 in. (146.05 cm)
- Seller locationToronto, CA
- Seller reference numberItem# DD2800
- Reference numberLU1284391691
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