c1968 Thea Porter Embroidered Ivory & Brocade 'Faye' Dress designer-lanvin It is cut in that

It is cut in that classic bombshell

making it a beautiful example of his work

The pleating treatment to the silk effectively hides these when on but mentioned for accuracy and I have photoed both

The skirt skims over the hip and flares out as it reached the hem

It is also very easy to travel with as it is virtually wrinkle free

c1968 Thea Porter Embroidered Ivory & Brocade 'Faye' Dress designer-lanvin It is cut in thatIn the book that accompanied the Thea Porter exhibit of which I lent a dozen Thea Porter pieces to, author Laura McLaws Helms describes the Faye dress: " the Faye dress was high necked with flowing sleeves, a full skirt and tight bodice. named for her client, the American actress Faye Dunaway, it was usually made of a sheer georgette in a rainbow of colors with a panel of antique brocade covering the chest. The Faye was continually remade in several