1970s Yves Saint Laurent Print Challis Dress designer-zandra-rhodes Closes with a series of

Closes with a series of hand covered silk buttons at the front

On this one the pattern has a deco feel with large diamond shapes and finished edges

25" flat across from side seam to side seam

The twin of this stunning blue crushed velvet maxi dress by Oscar de la Renta is held in the Goldstein Museum of Design (the last photo is their collection archive photo) and they have this dated as being from the 1960-1965 period

1970s Yves Saint Laurent Print Challis Dress designer-zandra-rhodes Closes with a series ofThis is a classic YSL silhouette. A high ruffled neck and attached tie sit atop a full smocked shape. The sleeves are tremendously full above a wide buttoned cuff. You can cinch it in as shown with the original tie belt or wear loose and full. The upper shoulders are lined and the rest left unlined. The closer you get the more you realize how brilliant the print really is! No flaws. Shoulders: 14" Sleeves: 25" Bust: 19. 5" flat across from side seam