1960s Metallic Silk Brocade Pat Sandler designer-gucci Inset at the neck and

Inset at the neck and around each sleeve is that wonderful silk cord that is woven so beautifully

It closes with a handset

but this is a true 1950s beauty and is just wonderful

Waist: to 16" flat across from side seam to side seam

The design is brilliant and vibrant and whoever painted it was extremely skilled

1960s Metallic Silk Brocade Pat Sandler designer-gucci Inset at the neck andThis is the twin of a dress I have had before and I was so pleased to have it again as it is absolutely beautiful! It is cut to follow and sculpt the bodice with beautiful curved seaming and a high panel around the waist that emphasises both the waist and the bust line. The skirt is quite full and lovely even without a crinoline as shown! The fairly simple cut is completely off set by the spectacular fabric. It is a rich metallic brocade with a garden