Nan Kempner's 1970s Sequined Bill Blass Peacoat designer-roberto-cavalli It is backed in Muslin

It is backed in Muslin to give it a little weight but not to feel cumbersome to the wearer - this allows it to hold the almost sculptural shape better

I love the skinny fit and the long lean look

The cut of the dress is very simple and represents the time perfectly - a high neck tops a skinny sleeved shift that flares out in a saucy way as it reaches the hem - done deliberately so all the focus is on the legs

The fabric is screened with a pretty leaf and dot design

Nan Kempner's 1970s Sequined Bill Blass Peacoat designer-roberto-cavalli It is backed in MuslinThis is the ultimate peacoat and that perfect mix of glamor and luxury mixed with the concept of American sportswear that Blass excelled at. And it has an extra special tie in as my client purchased this at the charity sale held after her passing. Glossy black sequins glimmer like a living thing and completely cover the surface. Blass takes this everyday staple to new heights of chic by covering it with sequins in this way. It is shockingly light and