1950s Hardy Amies Orange Paisley Brocade Dress french_couture This is an early surviving

This is an early surviving example of Christian Dior-New York Inc Day Wear

8 cm)Length - 56 in

High slits in the side seams add to the theatricality of this beautiful piece

with flattering sunburst pleats and a diagonal bow at the centre front

1950s Hardy Amies Orange Paisley Brocade Dress french_couture This is an early survivingThis mid 1950s Hardy Amies demi couture occasion dress is made from a sumptuous material in a deep orange paisley brocade with pink and golds accents. It has a sweetheart neckline, pleated shoulders and fitted princess seams to really accentuate the waist. The flared skirt creating a full silhouette with additional side panels to give an almost pannier like effect. Some of the panelled sections of the skirt are lined in a quality black tulle lace to