Early 1980s Paco Rabanne White Dress w Gold Metal Loop Detailing designer-arnold-scaasi Its simple shape belies the

Its simple shape belies the masterful construction inside as you expect from a piece from Prada

Sleeves: approx 25" from shoulder to longest point

A wonderful seventies hippie feeling mink patchwork cape that feels so on trend again

The choice of a silk taffeta gives it the structure to hold its shape and fullness but with virtually no weight

This gown would be considered demi-couture

Early 1980s Paco Rabanne White Dress w Gold Metal Loop Detailing designer-arnold-scaasi Its simple shape belies theThe early eighties are a time period often overlooked in the Paco Rabanne history but there are some lovely pieces that came out of this time period. This dress is definitely one of them. It is made from a white crepe and has a nod to the earlier mod shaped shift dresses that defined his career. The white of the fabric is still crisp and this contrasts perfectly against the rope and chain detailing that finishes the edge of the neckline, sleeves and