Rare c1955 Jean Patou Numbered Haute Couture Silk Dress designer-emma-domb Under Bust at seam: 15"

Under Bust at seam: 15"

The jacket is beautiful with to the elbow sleeves that stay straight and wide

Simple and chic is the instant impression of this great little black dress by Mr

It is really a beautiful and special piece

allowing the wearer to wrap and twist it in place to define and create shape

Rare c1955 Jean Patou Numbered Haute Couture Silk Dress designer-emma-domb Under Bust at seam: 15"This is an exceptionally beautiful Jean Patou silk dress that is an absolute masterpiece. It is an important and early representation of both the house of Patou and the level of haute couture being produced during this time period. Jean Patou once said "Certain dressmakers desire to pass for an artist. I have one ambition: that is to have good taste." and this dress is the very epitome of that statement. The dress is numbered and is true haute couture