1975 Bill Blass Floral Print Metallic Lurex & Sequin Dress Set designer-jean-patou The fabric used is a

The fabric used is a mohair felt and has an almost "fur" feel to it

appearing in editorials for both Vogue and Marie Claire back in 1973

Silk chiffon seems to be the flavour of the moment on the runways and this vintage version is exceptional

Bodice: 6" from top of bodice to waist

The poncho top is unlined

1975 Bill Blass Floral Print Metallic Lurex & Sequin Dress Set designer-jean-patou The fabric used is aThe is the second time I have has this set in the shop and I think I like it even more this time around. The French have a saying 'jolie laide' which translates roughly to 'beautiful ugly' and refers to something that is unconventionally beautiful. It is usually a saying used when speaking of a women with strong, unconventional features that make her beautiful in a way that does not conform to traditional standards, but I feel it works well for this