Early 1970s Lanvin by Jules-Francois Crahay Demi-Couture Printed Red Silk Skirt w Green & Lace Edging archive Pintucks run up the bodice

Pintucks run up the bodice with eyelet lace ruffled detailing on either side

Its is a good wearable size too and still retains its original belt that allows you to cinch in the waist as much as you need

The inner skirt construction is described above

The dress is not 100% perfect but it is gorgeous and the flaws it has are forgivable

The top of the inner dress is made of a silk organza and this runs inside the skirt to the knee

Early 1970s Lanvin by Jules-Francois Crahay Demi-Couture Printed Red Silk Skirt w Green & Lace Edging archive Pintucks run up the bodiceThis stunning skirt was designed by Belgian born Jules Francois Crahay, who headed the Lanvin ateliers from 1964 1984. He has been noted as one of fashions 'great colorists with his colorful patterns making his 1970s Lanvin designs hugely desirable and influential.' His time at the Lanvin label is one of my personal favourites for the house. I especially love the his work during the period through the late sixties and into the early 1970s. He was a