1930s Bold Bias Cut Silk Floral Print Maxi designer-todd-oldham I love the piped borders

I love the piped borders of a stiffened cotton dot ribbon - it adds just a hint of structure and a definite visual interest

Both piece are unlined and edged in a cherry silk satin ribbon piping finish

The nylon is super drapey and fluid and it weighs mere ounces

Flex torque cuff with sculpted "panther" head end caps

1930s Bold Bias Cut Silk Floral Print Maxi designer-todd-oldham I love the piped bordersA stunning, bold silk, bias cut gown that is hand screened and printed with a bold off white and black floral print. One of the best of these dresses I have had, it is really a beauty and in amazing condition! The neckline is slightly wide and sits just at the edge of the shoulders. It scoops and gathers at the mid neck and there is a soft shawl collar that drapes over the shoulders. It is impeccably seamed the lower skirt is added in pointed inset