1970s Silk Chiffon Adolfo Petal Dress mao-hide Some of the braiding edging

Some of the braiding edging detailing has come loose here and there - I have gone over it but I mention this in case I missed a stitch or two

This came out of an estate and the woman had several labeled Lanvin pieces and a grouping of what was sold as unlabeled Lanvin as well (see the other listing for a similar top)

An amazing runway dress from Valli who has risen to have become one of the modern design greats

It is hand made lace on a fine netting all done to create beautiful

This same ribbon highlights the neck and back and ties at the front

1970s Silk Chiffon Adolfo Petal Dress mao-hide Some of the braiding edgingThis is a stunning and pretty silk chiffon dress by Adolfo in beautiful neutral shades of taupes and caramels. I love the petal effect that the layers of the skirt an the sleeves give the dress. Each sleeve is a single layer of chiffon with deep petal shaped edges. They are set wide and low into the sides of the dress. The bodice has a panel of light cafe au lait colored lace set over the chiffon in a panel at the front. The skirt has three layers of