1970s Roberta de Camerino Red Maxi Dress designer-biba I love when that happens

I love when that happens though - sometimes the pieces that do not follow a designers aesthetic are to me

the pleated silk has a corded silk drawstring at the neck

I love that she chose to use snaps to do it up

Recent designers like Stella McCartney and Alexander Wang have made plays n this silhouette but I think this one strikes that perfect balance

1970s Roberta de Camerino Red Maxi Dress designer-biba I love when that happensSuperb Trompe l'oell Roberta de Camerino. This is of course what he was known for his cleverly screened dresses gave the appearance of chic dinner suits. He did them on poly jerseys like this one this fabric was cutting edge at the time and held colour magnificently. It has enough weight to hold the shape as he desired but to still drape and move beautifully on the wearer. It is virtually wrinkle free and easy to travel with. I love the design this