1967 Striking Silk Print Strapless Adolfo Gown designer-moschino Made of a wool that

Made of a wool that is heavy enough to hold the shape but not so heavy that it is uncomfortable to wear

The bodice is a sleek and simple expanse of silk satin that is cut halter style with two overlapping curved triangles that form the bust

Tagged a vintage YSL 40

Each cuff has three fabric covered button and loops to close

1967 Striking Silk Print Strapless Adolfo Gown designer-moschino Made of a wool thatThis gown is so spectacular and so striking it is really an amazing piece. I can date it exactly as it seems to have been deaccessioned from the F. I. T. Museum and still has its original museum tag with the date and donor a Mrs. Mortimer Solomon, who after a bit of research seems to have been a fabulous Palm Beach resident who was an avid client of Adolfo and who donated many pieces to both FIT and The Met. The gown is a silk taffeta with a bold spot