1940s Cordé Black Cord Fabric Top Handle Bag runway Designed a century ago and

Designed a century ago and most likely by a couturier of note

This romantic dress was designed by Hannah MacGibbon for Chloé Fall 2010

a dramatic dagger collar and an open front from the waist up - cannily designed to reveal the beadwork on the slip underneath

evening and informal daywear

It has a central button fastening with each of the buttons covered in matching fabric sewn over the plastic button bases

1940s Cordé Black Cord Fabric Top Handle Bag runway Designed a century ago andThe Annette Handbag Company originated the cord bag trend, introducing the style in 1931 and patenting the "Genuine CORD" label in 1939. Made in England, this timeless top handle bag is detailed all over with black cord that formed subtle patterns across its faces. It is cut to a trapeze shape. It closes with a gold tone metal clasp at the top, and the claps is further detailed with black cord. The top handle is crafted from black cord fabric. The bag