Incredible Spring 1985 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Pale Nude Silk Chiffon Dress w Attached Cape designer-nat-kaplan The cut through the body

The cut through the body is sleek and like the skirt slightly flares as it nears the hem with curved and rounded slits on each side of the hip

Its so fun and unusual

This pleating technique gives the fabric tremendous movement

Unlined and closes with a back painted metal zipper and a hook & eye at the neck

The fabric is cut mostly on the bias and I love the way the top portion buttons and the contrasting striping

Incredible Spring 1985 Chanel by Karl Lagerfeld Pale Nude Silk Chiffon Dress w Attached Cape designer-nat-kaplan The cut through the bodyFor the Chanel Spring 1985 collection Karl sent several versions of this dress down the runway. The closest to this one was worn by Jerry Hall, but I have included here all of the ones we found so you can get a great idea of how the dress is on the body. I love that there is even a shot of Karl with Ines! With so many version of the dress sent down the runway there is no doubt that this look was key to the collection that season. It is a gorgeous