1950s Black Floral Jacquard Maxi Dress Coat versace-jacket The main element is purple

The main element is purple with an overprinted silver diamond pattern which incorporates

the dress is topped with a layer of inky black lace

The large central stone emulates a ruby and they are set into silver-toned metal

This incredible ensemble walked the runway for Bill Blass for the spring / summer 1988 collection and was worn by the super model Iman Bowie

founded her namesake label in 1979 and was a founding design member of the British Fashion Council when it began in 1984

1950s Black Floral Jacquard Maxi Dress Coat versace-jacket The main element is purpleAn elegant and very early 1950s maxi dress coat which I have no doubt retailed in one of the finest US department stores of the day and is very possibly a designer piece. Tailored from the most beautiful fabric textured black jacquard dotted with metallic flowers in pink and yellow it has a wonderfully feminine cut. A nipped in waist and full, softly pleated skirt creates a flattering silhouette. It has a wide curved collar which gives way to double