1960s Bill Blass Metallic Gold & Ivory Fused Silk Velvet Dress w Attached Neck Tie designer-thierry-mugler You never know what to

You never know what to expect with Yohji and this piece is the perfect example

Unlined and closes with a zipper that is hidden along a seam

You could easily belt this for more shape but I do like it loose and full with the length as it is

deep forest green that is infinitely flattering on most skin tones and works as a beautiful alternative to black

1960s Bill Blass Metallic Gold & Ivory Fused Silk Velvet Dress w Attached Neck Tie designer-thierry-mugler You never know what toThis is early Bill Blass and the fabric that it is made out of is just beautiful and very special. Dresses like this one really show his love of fabric and unusual textures. His earlier pieces especially showcased unusual textile choices that were a contrast to his simple cuts. He continued to do this throughout his career but I feel that the earlier pieces showcase it the best. The dress is made from a beautiful silk velvet that is fused onto a silk