Documented 1982 Bill Blass Sequin & Beaded Dusty Purple, Gold & Silver Dress designer-norman-norell (Last four photos from the

(Last four photos from the book "The Art of Zandra Rhodes")

Madame Du Barry and Madame de Pompadour"

or left as low as you dare

are held in both the Fashion and Lace Museum Collection and the Museum Of Fine Arts

Linda and Christie were photoed backstage in looks from the S/S collection

Documented 1982 Bill Blass Sequin & Beaded Dusty Purple, Gold & Silver Dress designer-norman-norell (Last four photos from theBill Blass launched his label in 1970 when he bought out the Maurice Rentner label and re launched it under his own name. Blass was arguably one of the most famous of the American designers. His forte was the ability to mix simple styles with luxurious materials and his evening wear in particular seemed to have a way of flattering the wearer. He knew how to walk that line perfectly. This is a gorgeous example of his work and I love that I can date it