1970s Pink Strapless BIll Blass w Shawl designer-bob-mackie Hand finished interior

Hand finished interior

You can see the beginnings of what we saw in this piece

Unlined with a separate underskirt that is original to the dress

The truest color is to the right of the label close up

This is a lovely machine lace open fronted jacket that has a pretty ribbon edging down the front

1970s Pink Strapless BIll Blass w Shawl designer-bob-mackie Hand finished interiorSensual but girly, dramatic but demure, this gown is a study on contrasts and a wonderful example of Bill Blass' work. It exemplifies his view on romantic feminine pieces and yet has a strength of line and cut that contrast the pretty pink and softness of the silk he used. The bodice appears to be a more strip of fabric it has a black velvet base over which a wide matte silk satin ribbon is applied and ends in a beautiful bow at the front. Inside