1950s Ceil Chapman Silk Brocade Gown designer-moschino the turn of the century

the turn of the century exotic and socialite Marchesa Luisa Casati and garden flowers

Bodice: 17" from neck to waist

Such a beauty

Fully lined in a matching silky rayon and closes with fabric covered buttons and loops at the front

1950s Ceil Chapman Silk Brocade Gown designer-moschino the turn of the centuryOddly I just had what would have been the sister to this gown a few weeks ago same fabric but with a slightly different bust! I absolutely love the color of this piece it's a rich combination of a silk peach base with a swirling design of gold and silver delicately woven through the fabric. The cut is fairly simple with no sleeves and a scooped neckline. The waist nips in and the skirt is set with spaced inverted pleating so you don't get any bulk