Fall 1974 Bill Blass Glossy Black Sequin & Silk Chiffon Dress w Feather Hem designer-fendi Reference Photos: (1-2) Illustration and

Reference Photos: (1-2) Illustration and Model in Pale Blue Cashmere Halston Set

Item# E676

Reference Photo: Elle MacPherson for Alaia S/S 1991

The sleeves are long and lean and the collar appropriately pointed

Variations on the striped silk taffeta fabric was central to the theme of many of his pieces during this time period

Fall 1974 Bill Blass Glossy Black Sequin & Silk Chiffon Dress w Feather Hem designer-fendi Reference Photos: (1-2) Illustration andBill Blass launched his label in 1970 when he bought out the Maurice Rentner label and re launched it under his own name. This is from those early days and is a tremendously beautiful example of his work from this time period. Blass was arguably one of the most famous of the American designers. His forte was the ability to mix simple styles with luxurious materials and his evening wear was always cut in a way that was flattering. Even when the dress