Fall 1973 Feather & Metallic Silk & Velvet Bill Blass Dress designer-ted-lapidus Note the perfection of how

Note the perfection of how the strips in the silk on the edge of the jacket at the front line up with each other

These embroidered jackets where amongst the most prized and this one is a stunning example

A tie at the back keeps it from falling off your shoulders once on

The outer dress wraps to close with flat hook & eye to secure it into place

Fall 1973 Feather & Metallic Silk & Velvet Bill Blass Dress designer-ted-lapidus Note the perfection of howAn incredible early piece by Bill Blass that is just beautiful and very rare and special. It really shows his love of fabrics and unusual textures that he would use early on to contrast his simple cuts and elegant designs. This is an aesthetic viewpoint that he continued throughout his career but I feel that the earliest pieces, like this one are the best. His love of fabrics meant that over the course of his career he produced glamorous and luxurious