1960s Couture Purple Sequin and Beaded Empire Line Dress vintage-evening-dress The skirt has a drop-waist

The skirt has a drop-waist and attaches to the top with a playful zig-zag hem

The inside of the waist is lined with pale-cream grosgrain ribbon and secured with a hidden front zip

here Gianni Versace has drawn on the same elaborate design influences he found fame for with his namesake brand

We believe it would best fit a size UK 10

The top of the dress is lined with cream satin

1960s Couture Purple Sequin and Beaded Empire Line Dress vintage-evening-dress The skirt has a drop-waistThis 1960s couture amethyst purple dress is a real showstopper. Tailored from two frothy layers of purple silk of the finest quality, the top layer is made of soft flowing chiffon and the bottom is silk satin in a darker, deeper purple tone. The chiffon falls from below the gathered bust in an empire line cut. It has an elegant short sleeve, wide neck top which is heavily embellished; purple sequins and iridescent bugle beads are scattered amongst