1974 Halston Red Silk Chiffon Ruffled Collar & Cuffs Bias Cut Dress mao-hide 5" (this does not include

5" (this does not include the attached stirrup)

This is a beautiful set from the 2005 Cruise collection

It was custom made for her many years ago from found antique kimono fabric that had never been used

I love finding his pieces and this dress is wonderful

I have shown you how it looks with this top panel styled over both the front and the back - it really can be worn either way

1974 Halston Red Silk Chiffon Ruffled Collar & Cuffs Bias Cut Dress mao-hide 5" (this does not includeThis is a beautiful example of Halston's work during this time period. He was a master at combining function and ease but without sacrificing glamour. He did this with the absolute minimum of seaming that a garment required. His bias cut pieces like this one, sometimes feel somewhat shapeless on the hanger or dress form and it is only when they are slipped on that they drape and settle into place the way they were intended. They seem so very simple