1960s Ossie Clark for Quorum Maxi Dress designer-john-galliano The fabric is a swirl

The fabric is a swirl of psychedelic pattern in pinks and purples and grounded by deep blues

Valentino always must add a touch of romantic femininity and this is done with that fabulous ruffle edge at the hem

Hips: 17" flat across from side seam to side seam at the piping - open below

The back is left open and a button is set at the neck

1960s Ossie Clark for Quorum Maxi Dress designer-john-galliano The fabric is a swirlThis is a very, very early rendition of what would go onto become one of Ossie's most famous and recognizable designs. This late 1960s, possibly early 1970s maxi is based loosely on a "graduation" gown mixed with the flowing softness and drape he was renowned for and a dash of sex. The front plunges in a deep square cut to the empire waist. An attached tie wraps around and gives the gown and the wearer shape and keeps the plunge from moving about. The