1960s Mollie Parnis Red & Black Floral Print Silk w Gold Metallic Dress designer-louis-vuitton The waist nips in with

The waist nips in with a series of pretty curved seams and is highlighted there by a silk satin rosette set to one side

A really special piece that is shockingly wearable despite the fact that it is well over 100 years old

The top is a poncho like

The hips slightly flare out from the waist

Skirt: 44" from empire waist to hem

1960s Mollie Parnis Red & Black Floral Print Silk w Gold Metallic Dress designer-louis-vuitton The waist nips in withI absolutely love the dramatic mix of color with the metallic thread. The combination of that bold red mixed with the floral pattern that covers and the shots of gold thread make it quite a stunning piece. It is constructed from a beautiful crepe silk chiffon that gives it a very light feel once on the body. The red silk bodice skims the torso with a high neckline. The sleeves are left unlined with a red silk at the top and then a billowing pouf of