1960s Bessi Vivid Tropical Colors Printed Silk Twill Dress w Belt designer-biba The original Saint Laurent boutique

The original Saint Laurent boutique opened in Paris in 1966 and I believe this to be from about 1970 based on the style and the label

This set is especially pretty with is blue

He designed a gown called the "Eloise" that year that has a similar cut and apron technique used in the skirt

rare piece and in excellent condition

1960s Bessi Vivid Tropical Colors Printed Silk Twill Dress w Belt designer-biba The original Saint Laurent boutiqueThe Bessi company was launched in 1950 but it was not until 1968 that it started producing the printed pieces that the label is now associated with. Like Pucci he signed all his prints and designed them himself. In terms of style, construction and quality his dresses were often on par with Pucci and Leonard, especially the ones from the late sixties to mid seventies. This one is made out of a fine silk twill which holds color beautifully and is why we