1950s Hardy Amies Orange Paisley Brocade Dress french_couture Both the jacket and the

Both the jacket and the skirt are in very good to excellent vintage condition

pale peach acetate / viscose blend

with flattering sunburst pleats and a diagonal bow at the centre front

1 cm)Waist - 32 in

High slits in the side seams add to the theatricality of this beautiful piece

1950s Hardy Amies Orange Paisley Brocade Dress french_couture Both the jacket and theThis mid 1950s Hardy Amies demi couture occasion dress is made from a sumptuous material in a deep orange paisley brocade with pink and golds accents. It has a sweetheart neckline, pleated shoulders and fitted princess seams to really accentuate the waist. The flared skirt creating a full silhouette with additional side panels to give an almost pannier like effect. Some of the panelled sections of the skirt are lined in a quality black tulle lace to